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Chomsky and Pollin: Protests Outside of COP26 Offered More Hope Than the Summit
It’s no wonder the president of the United Nations Climate Change Conference apologized, close to tears, at its end.
Biden Picks Jerome Powell to Lead Federal Reserve Despite Progressive Warnings
Progressive advocates and lawmakers have warned that Powell is soft on Wall Street and climate issues.
AOC Warns of Political Disaster for Democrats If They Under-Deliver on Promises
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said that failure to deliver a robust reconciliation bill could fuel “political nihilism.”
COVID Antiviral Pill Success Hinges on Access to Speedy and Accurate Tests
The promising antiviral drugs are most effective if given to patients within three to five days of their first symptoms.
Bernie Sanders Endorses Peter Welch of Vermont for US Senate
The Senate seat will be left vacant by retiring Sen. Patrick Leahy.
Citing Attempt to Overturn 2020 Election, Org Calls US a “Backsliding Democracy”
“The number of backsliding democracies has doubled in the past decade,” the organization said.
As COVID Cases Surge in Europe, US Death Toll Now Surpasses 2020 Fatalities
Meanwhile, just 5 percent of people in low-income countries have received at least one coronavirus vaccine dose.
Indian Farmers Achieve “Victory of Global Significance” After a Year of Revolt
After a year of protests, Prime Minister Modi announced that he will repeal three corporate-friendly agricultural laws.
Census Undercounts Mean Less Medicaid Funding for Most Southern States
Seven states will miss out on millions in funding due to undercounts estimated at over 1 percent of their population.
Climate Diplomacy Failed Again. Only Movements From Below Can Save the Planet.
Let's not again be fooled into hoping that a climate conference used to defend national economic interests will save us.