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At UN, Trump Administration Tried to Roll Back Protections for Women
U.S. officials have reportedly been quietly building an international anti-choice coalition.
Daniel Ellsberg Calls Chelsea Manning “an American Hero”
The Watergate-era whistleblower praised Manning for her stand against a grand jury system used to stifle dissent.
Trump Budget Ends Medicaid Expansion, Axes Affordable Housing Programs
Trump has signaled his priorities. Now it's up to Congress to intervene on behalf of the people.
The US’s Senior Generals Find No Exits From Endless War
Isn’t it time that the U.S. sought a future defined by peace?
Beto O’Rourke Raises $6.1 Million in First 24 Hours of His Campaign
It's the largest initial fundraising haul for any Democratic contender who has disclosed figures to date.
Elizabeth Warren Says, “Get Rid of the Electoral College”
The Massachusetts senator's call for bold voting rights reform is part of her broader policy agenda.
Blowing the Whistle on Sexual Violence Committed by a Human Rights Journalist
Hirokawa Ryuichi, a charismatic figure in the realm of progressive journalism in Japan, has abused women for decades.
“Lords of Chaos” Brings a White Nationalist’s Book to the Big Screen
A man whose history in white nationalism and fascist politics traces several decades is at the center of the film.
Glyphosate Herbicides Are Altering the Food Chain
Glyphosate-based herbicides are not supposed to harm wildlife, but lab studies keep finding otherwise.
Pregnant Workers Should Not Be Forced to Endanger Their Babies’ Health
Employers are arguing that they shouldn’t have to provide pregnant workers certain accommodations.