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Democrats Gain Control of Senate With Warnock and Ossoff Victories in Georgia
A 50-50 tie in the Senate will be decided by Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in her role as president of the Senate.
With Democrats Poised to Seize Senate, Progressives Urge Party to Go Big
Democrats may soon have a mandate to pursue a transformative policy agenda tackling the nation's immediate crises.
Despite Trump’s Claims, Mike Pence Has No Power to Reject Joe Biden’s Win
As the vice president prepares to preside over the Electoral College, Trump claims that Pence can nullify the vote.
Activists Brace for Far Right Violence as Trump’s Diehard Backers Flood DC
D.C. activists are rebuffing Sen. Josh Hawley’s accusations of “leftwing violence” while bracing for far right violence.
Hospitals Are Now Required to Be More Transparent About Their Pricing
As of Jan. 1, facilities must publicly post on their websites prices for every service, drug and supply they provide.
Organizers Say Urban Agriculture Is Not Just a Hobby, It’s an Act of Resilience
These activists are working to decolonize the food system and shape the narrative around urban agriculture.
As Biden Signals “Agriculture as Usual,” Will US Farmers Follow India’s Lead?
The incoming administration doesn’t inspire hope in many U.S. farmers. Will they mobilize like India’s farmers?
Scotland’s Head of Govt. Says Trump Cannot Visit During Biden’s Inauguration
Travel to Scotland is restricted due to COVID and golf is not an essential purpose, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said.
Trump Urges Pence to Reject Electoral College, Despite Him Having No Power To
Neither the Constitution nor federal law affords Vice President Mike Pence the right to reject electors' votes.
Assange Extradition Denial Indicts US Prison System But Imperils Journalism
Most of Judge Baraitser’s 132-page decision actually supports the Trump administration’s case against Assange.