Social Security's Greatest Hits: Now With More Waiting!
Broken for years, it's creaking louder than ever
James R. Hood
James R. Hood, an editor and consumer-affairs journalist with more than five decades of experience, has held senior editorial leadership roles at The Associated Press, United Press International, Zapnews and ConsumerAffairs.
Money
The Fight for Public Campaign Financing: From Watergate's Ashes to Today's Reform Movement
Nearly 50 years after reformers first sought to eliminate private money from elections, the battle over campaign finance continues to shape American democracy
Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Meat – The Convergence Approaches
Is this a brave new world or what?
AI/Privacy
Is AI as bad as they say it is? No, not yet
But hold my beer while AI decimates the last vestiges of news and literary publishing
Veterans turned out big for Trump. His response?
Help for troubled vet homeowners dashed, consumer protection programs important to vets slashed
Last-minute bid by its co-founder saves 23andMe genetic testing firm
Anne Wojcicki rescues her company in a dramatic race with the clock
Immigration Fraud Resurges as Trump Crackdown Creates Climate of Fear
When is a "notario" not a lawyer? Answer: When they're in the United States.
Consumer Protection
Attorneys general used to be on the front lines of consumer protection. Where did they go?
They're not around when you need them anymore
Consumers respond to troops: Get out!
Trump's crackdown on immigration protests isn't being well-received
Is that frying pan really non-toxic ceramic?
It might be, but it's probably "quasi-ceramic," which isn't really the same thing
Consumer Protection
Need money fast? Whatever you do, don’t get a payday loan
The Trump Administration has turned lenders loose on cash-strapped consumers
Health
Infusion therapy studios are welcoming health-seekers with big promises and even bigger fees
A little bit of risk, probably a lot less benefit