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Watchdogs Alarmed by Changes to Postal Service Under Trump’s Postmaster General
Louis DeJoy, a major GOP donor to the president, has issued changes to mail service that could impact the 2020 election.
Marvel’s “Punisher” Was a Hate Symbol Long Before Police Co-opted His Character
The Punisher has long been embraced as a classic superhero, but his comics spread reactionary ideology.
Abolishing Police Is a Step Toward Ending White Supremacy and Capitalism
We must also dismantle the entire criminal legal apparatus rooted in economic exploitation and racial oppression.
Book: Pentagon Officials Withheld Options From Trump for Fear He May Start a War
One official recounted how some were cautious with Trump “because any options you put out there, he could use them.”
US Has Lost 12,881,000 Jobs Since February. Lowest-Paid Workers Are Hit Hardest.
There is no evidence that generous unemployment benefits are making it difficult to find workers.
Right-Wing Groups Took Millions in COVID Aid and Spent It Lobbying Against Aid
Numerous groups that eagerly accepted PPP loans have urged Mitch McConnell to slash unemployment benefits.
Students Suspended for Taking Pictures of Crowds in Georgia School’s Reopening
The school's principal announced this week there would be “consequences” if students criticized the reopening online.
Outraised 250-1, Progressive Marquita Bradshaw Upsets Establishment Opponent
Progressive environmentalist Marquita Bradshaw scored a stunning upset victory in the Tennessee Democratic primary.
Young People Are Leading the Growing Movement for Police-Free Schools
Youth across the U.S. are organizing for police-free schools and resources that prioritize their well-being.
DNC Platform Condemns BDS But Not Israel’s Occupation of Palestine
The Democratic National Committee is ignoring 90 percent of its base to side with Trump and the GOP on Israel policy.