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As Governments Push Us “Back to Normal,” Don’t Forget About Prison Conditions
In a nation with the world’s largest prison population, decarceration must be our goal.
Probe of Fake Elector Scheme Grows as DOJ Seizes Nevada GOP Chairman’s Phone
The Justice Department has also subpoenaed Georgia's GOP chairman, along with a range of Trump supporters.
Manchin Is Pushing Even More Harmful Means Testing for Health Care
As Manchin blocks Medicare expansion, West Virginians are resorting to desperate measures like pulling their own teeth.
Cori Bush Shares Her Experience With Gun Violence From an Abusive Partner
Bush praised a provision in the Senate’s recently passed gun bill that would close the “boyfriend loophole.”
January 6 Hearings Remind Us of the Lives Threatened by “Big Lie” Proponents
As attention is heaped on Republicans who spoke against Trump, the most impactful testimony was given by poll workers.
Bipartisan Group’s School Meal Plan Axes Funds That Have Fed Millions of Kids
The agreement comes just before the universal school meal program is set to expire.
Trump Ranks Near Very Bottom in Survey of Best Presidents in US History
Trump ranked last overall in many individual categories, including on foreign policy accomplishments and intelligence.
Ron Johnson Fakes Call to Avoid Discussing His Involvement in Electors Plot
Johnson said his staffer “did the right thing” in trying to forward fake electors to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Extraditing Assange Would Be a “Legalized” Rendition to US Torture
A pantomime of “justice” and “rule of law” cloaks the persecution of Julian Assange for exposing U.S. war crimes.
Mexican GM Workers Win an 8.5 Percent Wage Hike in First Union Contract
In a historic victory, the workers voted last year to be represented by an independent union. Now they have a contract.