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Right-Wing Legislator Offered to Help Enact Violence Against Constituents
The legislator, who is ALEC’s Washington chair, discussed violent tactics with a far-right talk show host.
Right-Wing Border Militias Are the Troops of Trump’s Authoritarian Regime
The milita's “commander” was arrested last Saturday by the FBI on federal firearms charges.
Trump Reportedly Considered Detaining Kids at Guantánamo
Advocacy groups that have long called for the closure of Guantánamo called the proposal “beyond appalling.”
Critics Say State “Hijacked” Isle de Jean Charles Tribe’s Resettlement Plan
Isle de Jean Charles continues to lose land at an alarming rate as Louisiana takes away important relocation funds.
New Report Shows How World Bank Enables Corporate Land Grabs
A new report underscores the need for public institutions focused on regenerative development, not agribusiness.
Why Federal Student Aid Should Be Restored for People in Prison
Here are four reasons to support the reinstatement of the Pell Grant for incarcerated people.
Anti-Choice Protests Explode as State Lawmakers Protect Abortion Rights
The pushback against efforts to safeguard abortion rights has ramped up in 2019.
Trump Officials Want to Veto UN Measure Opposing Rape as Weapon of War
The U.S. is reportedly opposing the resolution over language on reproductive health for survivors of rape.
In Gaza and Beyond, Freedom of Movement Should Be an Inalienable Right
The right to freedom of movement should be inextricably linked to the right to be safe in one’s own home.
Bernie Sanders Made a Lot of Money — and He Wants It Taxed
Sanders is volunteering to deflate his bank account and wants the rich to be required to do the same.