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Salmon bluebacks spend several months in Lake Quinault, living off their fatty flesh before spawning in the Quinault River.

Social Justice

Breaking a Sacred Trust: On the Exploitation of Traditional Native Knowledge

In many Native American communities, there's a fear that any knowledge shared with scientists could end up in published reports—which could, in turn, lead to a familiar story of plundering.

Terri Hansen

A Delta airlines plane is seen as it comes in for a landing at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Economics

Hurricane Irma Reveals Exploitative Pricing Strategies Common in Many Industries, Especially Airlines

The practice, called dynamic pricing, is intended to ration scarce goods and services, but it primarily harms consumers by making it easier for companies to fleece them.

Ramsi Woodcock

The New York City skyline, shrouded in snow and fog.

Economics

Preferential Rent Treatment Is Hurting New York City’s Poorest Neighborhoods

The units are supposed to be protected from steep rent hikes. But thanks to a loophole, owners can seek big rent increases anyway.

Cezary Podkul