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At Its Best, Christmas Is About the Joy That Fuels the Struggle for Justice
Recognizing, honoring and making room for one’s joy is central to the work of social change even during a brutal time.
The Trump Admin Is Trying to Build the Border Wall on Land It Doesn’t Own
The government is prematurely granting contracts to build on land it doesn’t yet own, costing millions in delays.
As Georgia Senate Runoffs Near, Sen. Kelly Loeffler’s Scandals Are Piling Up
Political opponents and media have called for greater scrutiny of Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler's $800 million fortune.
Bill Barr Accused of Arresting Impeachment Witnesses to Shield Trump
Lev Parnas has accused Barr of timing his arrest last fall to prevent him from testifying at House impeachment hearings.
Trump Pardons Blackwater Guards Jailed for War Crimes Against Iraqi Civilians
The White House described the former Blackwater mercenaries as veterans with “a long history of service to the nation."
Some Republican Senators Are Clinging to Election Denial, Fearful of Losing Base
Some lower-ranking GOP senators are opportunistically backing Trump’s attempt to derail the peaceful transfer of power.
Trump’s Biggest Opposition on $2,000 Stimulus Checks? His Own Party.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said Congress could “pass $2,000 checks this week if the Senate GOP agrees to stand down.”
Congressional Progressives Aim for Much More Than Most Recent COVID Deal
Congress and the Biden administration will need to use every tool in the toolbox to combat the challenges of our time.
US Airports Are Portals for Disease Spread. Venezuela Shows Another Way.
My experience at the airport in Caracas showed me what a coordinated public health approach looks like in practice.
GOP Senator Worth $39 Million Was Biggest Opponent of the $600 Stimulus Checks
Much of the loudest opposition to the $600 check has come from senators who are personally worth tens of millions.