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A new book chronicles the Koch empire’s impact on American society

February 28, 2020Environment

Much of the anti-climate policy efforts in the US can be traced back to one powerful man: Charles Koch, who sits at the helm of a fossil fuel-based corporate empire.

Koch Industries made millions from deals with Iran

August 15, 2013Business, Economics and Jobs

Ed Koch, Former New York Mayor, Dies at 88

August 15, 2013
The World

Koch Industries sold millions of dollars of petrochemical equipment to Iran

August 14, 2013Conflict & Justice

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