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Jan. 6 Committee Issues 6 Subpoenas, Including to Michael Flynn, John Eastman
The committee “needs to know every detail about their efforts to overturn the election,” the commission's chair said.
George Floyd Isn’t in the Headlines, But Trauma Continues for Black Men Like Me
Being a Black man in the U.S. feels like waiting to be killed. I carry within me the history of anti-Black murders.
Corporations Donated $164,000 to Anti-Voting Rights Senators Despite Pledges
Corporations like Target, Facebook and Amazon have given tens of thousands to Senate Republicans this year alone.
Trump Threatened to Leave GOP Until They Reminded Him They Funded His Lawsuits
“You lose forever without me,” Trump reportedly said to RNC chair Ronna McDaniel.
Report Details How Bans on Teaching About Racism Are Chilling Free Speech
The report from PEN America is based on an investigation of 54 separate bills from 24 state legislatures across the U.S.
Social Workers Can No Longer Remain Silent on Oppression of Palestinians
For too long social work has neglected its obligation to stand with the oppressed and fight alongside the marginalized.
Elizabeth Warren Unveils Bill to Make Former Lawmakers Close Campaign Accounts
Current laws allow lawmakers-turned-lobbyists to use funds from defunct campaigns to influence politicians.
Ocasio-Cortez Slams Right-Wing Democrats for Watering Down Build Back Better Act
The lawmaker warned of dire consequences for the U.S. and the Democratic Party if the reconciliation bill isn’t passed.
Democrats’ Failure to Effectively Champion Voting Rights May Cost Them in 2022
This stalemate is one that Democrats can only break by ditching the filibuster.
Ted Cruz, Other Conservatives Criticize Big Bird for Getting Vaccinated
Big Bird has been educating children on the importance of vaccines for several decades.