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Black Sexual Violence Survivors Are Telling Their Stories — Only to Be Punished
Despite #MeToo, the criminal legal system remains skeptical when survivors, particularly Black women, defend themselves.
Trump Was Against Telling Mob to “Stay Peaceful” During Jan. 6, Former Aide Says
Trump preferred to let the attack “play out” before issuing any messages, the former aide said.
Voting Rights Groups Tell Biden: Don’t Come to Atlanta Without a Plan
Georgia won't be used as “a chess piece in someone else’s ineffectual political dealings,” the groups said.
Unemployment Falls, Wages Grow for Most Disadvantaged in Strong Jobs Report
The unemployment rate fell another 0.3 percentage points in December, bringing it down to 3.9 percent.
21 States Hike Minimum Wage as Pressure Mounts to Raise $7.25 Federal Wage Floor
More than 20 states across the U.S. increased their minimum wages on the first day of 2022.
Republicans Are Trying to Pass More Voting Restrictions Ahead of 2022 Midterms
Republicans in 19 states passed 34 laws restricting ballot access last year — and they're just getting started.
As Cryptocurrency Becomes Mainstream, Its Carbon Footprint Can’t Be Ignored
As Bitcoin prices rise, so will incentive to mine it, creating a feedback loop that spells trouble for the climate.
Widespread Discontent Drove Labor’s Advances in the Private Sector in 2021
The resurgence of the U.S. labor movement remains nascent, but working-class power is beginning to regain its footing.
Biden Is Finally Confronting Trump’s Big Lie — But There’s Much Left to Do
Even if the 1/6 commission succeeds in its important work, that work is only a beginning.
Grisham Says Trump “Gleefully” Watched as Loyalists Attacked Capitol a Year Ago
Stephanie Grisham and some other former Trump officials plan to discuss ways to derail Trump's ongoing political aims.