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Librarians Resist Bans on Children’s Books with Black, LGBTQ+ Authors
Librarians are defending their book collections, shaping policy and even resigning in protest.
Moderna Vaccine Should Be For the People — Not Just Rich People
A dispute over the Moderna vaccine's authorship could prevent the vaccine from reaching countries in need.
Far Right Institutional Power Isn’t Inevitable. Here’s How Leftists Can Win.
The left can win with a bold visionary policy that links climate mitigation to economic transformation.
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, We Mourn Those Killed. What About the Living?
Several trans justice organizations have decided to also honor the people who survive against the odds.
McCarthy Mocked for 8.5 Hour Long Speech About Hitler, McDonalds, and More
“Gas prices! Thanksgiving!” the GOP leader yelled in one of many non-sequiturs.
Meadows Blasts McCarthy’s Leadership, Says Trump Should Be Speaker of the House
The Constitution doesn't technically require an elected House member to serve as Speaker of the House.
COP26 Is Over. When Will Congress Do Its Part and Stop Subsidizing Extinction?
Congress should be leading us toward fossil-free energy instead of subsidizing the industry up to $20 billion per year.
House Passes Reconciliation Bill With Paid Leave, Universal Pre-K
The bill now goes to the Senate, where negotiations on key measures are still ongoing.
Biden Won’t Reappoint Ron Bloom to USPS Board, Key Ally to Louis DeJoy
The move is seen as the first step necessary for removing DeJoy as postmaster general.
North Carolina Prison Has Ignored Woman’s Pleas for Gender-Affirming Surgery
Trans people behind bars are being denied what experts agree is medically necessary care.