It's the standard pitch of used-car salesmen: "Hurry! Decide now! This deal won't last!" Close the deal quickly, the car man knows, so customers won't compare prices or consider alternatives. ...more

September 7, 2008

Big oil interests are using big lies to promote oil drilling off Florida's coast. Trying to capitalize on the public's dismay over high gas prices, the drill-everywhere crowd is misleading citizens about the likely consequences. ...more

July 11, 2008

I just got a new computer, and now I need to dispose of the old one. What do I do? ...more

January 7, 2008

Just as consumers have crossed off their holiday shopping lists toys tainted with lead paint, another child-safety issue may become a season spoiler. ...more

December 5, 2007