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Trump Promises a “Phenomenal” Health Plan. What Does That Mean?
Likely elements of the plan are already in plain sight -- in executive actions and in the president’s budget proposal.
Leaked IPCC Report Warns of Calamitous Future for Oceans
Earth's oceans, glacial ice sheets and permafrost will unleash disaster unless we take action against climate change.
It’s Not Just the Amazon: We Must Also Protect Congo Basin Peatlands From Fire
Rainforests and peatlands are natural carbon sinks, and managing fires there should be a global priority.
Donald Trump Is a Category 5 Liar
Trump’s convenient ignorance about hurricanes is the behavior of a man seeking to lie his way out of consequences.
As Dorian Loomed, Homeland Security Shifted $155 Million From FEMA to ICE
The Trump administration is diverting emergency relief funds for disaster victims toward incarcerating migrants.
A Mumps Outbreak Is Spreading in Trump’s Migrant Jails
A disease nearly eradicated by vaccines is now on the upswing.
Following Months of Protests, Hong Kong Leader Withdraws Extradition Bill
The decision comes after weeks of protesters flooding the streets and shutting down the Hong Kong International Airport.
Let’s Fight for Freedom From Electronic Monitors and E-Carceration
Electronic monitoring is not a better alternative to incarceration, because it sets you up to fail.
Police Protect “Straight Pride Parade” and Attack Counterprotesters
The counterprotesters outnumbered the “Straight Pride” attendees 10 to 1.
Watch Bernie Sanders and Dying Activist Ady Barkan Discuss Medicare for All
Ady Barkan, who is dying of ALS, is interviewing presidential candidates to highlight the impacts of U.S. health policy.