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In the US, Amnesty Has a History of Preserving Whiteness
The political viability of any carte blanche amnesty program hinges on the racialization of its beneficiaries as white.
Republican Legislators Push for Cities to Be Treated as “Tenants of the State“
Right-wing corporate interests are pushing state legislatures to curtail the progressive power of city governments.
Zionists and Anti-Semites Unite?
The Trump administration is filled with openly anti-Semitic figures, but unholy alliances between Zionists and bigots in the West are nothing new, explains Sarah Levy.
How Unaccompanied Youth Become Exploited Workers in the US
Many children who cross the US-Mexico border remain undetected and must fend for themselves on the other side.
Behind a Corporate Monster: How Monsanto Pushes Agricultural Domination
Its key aim in dealing with health and environmental issues is to protect sales and profits and the company image.
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Rebecca Solnit Answers “The Mother of All Questions”: Why Are Women Silenced?
Rebecca Solnit's new book examines the patriarchal silencing of women's voices and its cost to society.
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How Slashing the NEA Would Damage the US Economy
Losing the NEA would upset local economies and affect the wallets of people not directly involved in the creative arts.
Gorsuch Confirmation Process Too Important to Rush
The Senate and the public lack key information about Judge Gorsuch needed to give his nomination thorough consideration.
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A Call to Recognize the US’s Women Human Rights Defenders
While the US has branded itself as a model of human rights, it has been criticized for dropping the ball on advancing women's rights at home and overseas.
Should We Pay the Rich to Build Infrastructure, Then Pay Them to Use It?
Trump's promised $1 trillion plan to rebuild the nation's infrastructure will be as bad for us as his health care plan.