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Biden’s Labor Secretary Says He Supports Classifying Gig Workers as Employees
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh's stance could lead to significant changes in the way gig workers are treated.
Hawaii Poised to Become First State to Declare Climate Emergency
While nonbinding in its scope, the measure is “a recognition of symbolic importance” on the issue, one activist said.
GOP Rebuttal to Biden’s Speech Flopped Because Progressive Policies Are Popular
Sen. Tim Scott’s speech reflected the smallness of the political imagination of the party he represents.
Progressives Introduce Huge Climate Bill That Rivals Biden Infrastructure Plan
The bill would create over 15 million jobs a year and confront environmental racism.
Biden’s Speech Pointed to a Possible End to Reagan’s Rancid Legacy
Last night, the president wished for the moon and stars. Now we see how much of it he can get.
New Report Looks at Strategies to Cut Incarceration of Illinois Women by Half
While the report’s scope is limited to Illinois, its recommendations are relevant to women’s incarceration nationwide.
There May Be an Oral Antiviral COVID Pill by the End of the Year
The experimental oral drug would treat COVID-19 as soon as patients display symptoms.
GOP Demands “Unity” But Ignores That a Majority of Voters Back Biden’s Proposals
Polling before and after Biden's speech to Congress on Wednesday show widespread support for a variety of his ideas.
Video Shows People Around the World Appalled by High US Health Care Costs
Progressives in the U.S. have responded with calls for Medicare for All.
Jamaal Bowman Calls for Biden to Go Bolder in Rebuttal to the President’s Speech
The lawmaker called on progressives and Democrats to take leadership on issues of climate and racial justice.