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As Doctors, It Is Our Responsibility to Stop Racism in Medicine
The medical field must acknowledge the involuntary contributions Black patients have made to medical advances.
Public Awareness of Climate Change Has Finally Turned a Corner
Although our government is full of deniers, more people than ever are sounding the climate alarm. Every voice is needed.
Insurance Stocks Plunge as Medicare for All Bill Unveiled With Major Support
Under Rep. Pramila Jayapal's plan, private insurance would be nearly eliminated.
Is Donald Trump Destined to Be a One-Term President?
Several polls show Trump’s bid for re-election will be difficult.
FDA Bans Cancer-Causing Food Additives, But Won’t Enforce Until 2020
Recently banned cancer-causing additives will be on grocery shelves all year, unless companies are pressured.
“Frostlands” — Our Climate Future Foretold
In this excerpt of “Frostlands,” the main character of the novel grapples with the climate debate in 2051.
Cohen Hearing Exposed Republicans’ Weakened Status
Republicans are not taking their new congressional minority status with good cheer.
To Disempower Lobbyists, Give Congressional Staff a Raise
Overworked and underpaid staff often rely on corporate “experts” and their free labor in crafting policy.
Torture Fans and War Criminals Determine US Foreign Policy
Crisis of confidence? Nah. I’m just terrified.
The Fed’s “Emergency Measures” Are Becoming the New Normal
The central bank needs to become a public servant.