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Activists Slam Biden Admin’s Approval of Largest Offshore Oil Export Terminal
Fenceline communities will again be at risk for more oil spills, explosions and pollution, says one climate advocate.
Sterilization Procedures Have Surged Among Young People Following “Dobbs”
“[T]his research highlight[s] the indirect effects of ‘Dobbs’ on reproductive autonomy,” the lead researcher said.
Collapse of White Nationalist Party Offers Lessons for Anti-Fascist Strategy
The inherent instability of white supremacist groups offers anti-fascists the tools to sow chaos within the movement.
Edward Snowden Is Among Those Sounding the Alarm Over Spying Expansion
Privacy advocates warn a major expansion of mass surveillance could hand “Stasi-like powers” to a Trump administration.
Calls Grow for De-escalation as Israel Vows to Retaliate Against Iran
Progressives say along with a Gaza ceasefire, diplomacy and restraint are needed to stop a region-wide war.
Trump Makes History Today as First Ex-President to Face Criminal Trial
After several failed attempts to delay, Trump is finally seeing the official start to one of his four criminal trials.
Gerrymandering Denies Incarcerated People Fair Democratic Representation
The US Census counts incarcerated people as residents of prisons, not their home towns — with undemocratic results.
Abortion Bans and Divorce Restrictions Are Dangerous Combo for Pregnant People
Experts are raising concerns about what the intersection — now in four states — means for victims of domestic violence.
Nearly 1 in 4 Adults Kicked Off Medicaid Are Now Uninsured, Survey Finds
Medicaid “unwinding” is causing a massive drop in insurance coverage and health care access.
Florida Reproductive Rights Advocates Kick Off Abortion Ballot Measure Campaign
Supporters rallied in Orlando, pushing Floridians to vote “Yes on 4” to outlaw pre-viability abortion bans.