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Monthly Archives: May 2010

Study Links ADHD in Children to Pesticides

A recent study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health reportedly claims that children exposed to pesticides known as organophosphates could have a higher risk of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and urges parents to always wash produce thoroughly.
Pesticides’ breakdown products in children’s urine was tracked by researchers. Children found with high levels were almost twice [...]

Is Arizona’s Immigration Law a GOP Voter Suppression Tactic?

A recent immigration law passed by Arizona is allegedly aimed at cracking down on hundreds of thousands of illegal aliens, but investigative reporter Greg Palast uncovered evidence suggesting that the racially-charged show-me-your-papers law is another Republican tactic aimed at suppressing Hispanic voters.
Politicians in Texas, Utah, Georgia, Ohio, Maryland, Colorado, North Carolina, and South Carolina want their states to adopt [...]