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New York Teachers Fight for Divestment From Prison Industry
A new campaign is working to divest $8 million in retirement holdings from the for-profit prison system.
Why I Can’t Bring Myself to Watch “When They See Us”
I will watch DuVernay's miniseries to bear witness. But going into it, as a Black mother, I’m filled with terror.
Corporate Media Enable Industry War Against Medicare for All
The health care industry feeds corporate media a steady diet of “alternative facts” about Medicare for All.
Facial Recognition Data Collected by US Customs Agency Hacked
A “malicious cyber attack” has resulted in photos of airport passengers and other personal data being stolen.
Democratic Leadership Shoots Own Feet, Reloads, Shoots Own Feet Again
It almost makes you wonder if these Democratic “leaders” actually want Trump to be re-elected.
Catastrophe Is Coming, and We Can’t Kill Our Way Out of It
There will be more wars as a result of climate change.
Canvassing the 55 Percent of Rural Voters Wanting Medicare for All
Like with Medicare in the 1960s, an activated public can canvass voters to force Congress to act.
Solitary Confinement Can Lead to a Life Sentence in Prison
When people placed in solitary confinement respond with psychological distress, they often face extended punishment.
Getting Poorer While Working Harder: The “Cliff Effect”
In addition to boosting wages, it will take major policy changes to offset the skyrocketing costs of living.
Koch Brothers Float Possibility of Backing Congressional Democrats in 2020
The Koch brothers have come into conflict with President Donald Trump.