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“Liberty Was Reserved for Other People”: Dreaming of the Underground Railroad
This excerpt from the highly acclaimed novel “The Underground Railroad” describes how the protagonist's grandmother was enslaved and brought to a Georgia plantation.
The Rich Line Up at the White House ATM
The wealthiest administration in US history is primed to make even more money for its already well-to-do staff.
Neoliberalism in the Driver’s Seat: Trump and Ryan’s Ruling-Class Schemes
Trump's economic policies are designed to harm both those who voted him in and the environment, says Michael Meeropol.
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In the Fight to Close Rikers, Don’t Forget Deaf and Disabled People
People with disabilities are among the hardest hit by the crushing weight of mass incarceration.
An Exorcism in Downtown Manhattan
On April 15th at 12 pm, priests, supplicants and a volunteer choir will exorcise the malevolent energy at the AT&T monolith.
Why Trump’s Agency, “VOICE” Should Stand for “Victims of ICE”
The victims are those subjected to the terrors of the US immigration detention system — a system built on lies long before Trump.
Feds, States Target Southern “Sanctuary Cities,” Leaving Local Officials in a Bind
Nationwide, 29 states are considering policies prohibiting local measures to limit federal immigration enforcement in 2017.
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Major Conflict of Interest Threatens Environmental Impact Review for Atlantic Coast Pipeline
A contractor working for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has ties to the leading environmental contractor.
Donald Trump’s War Crimes
The Trump administration's war crimes include the indiscriminate bombings of schools, hospitals, homes and mosques.
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Glyphosate: Health Concerns About the Most Widely Used Pesticide
Many scientists have raised concerns about the health risks of glyphosate, the most widely used pesticide.