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What It Takes to Get Women Out of Prison — and Stay Out
The rate of women in US prisons is growing faster than men. But in New Orleans, one group is successfully tackling sentencing for drug use and sex work.
Why Independent Media Is Crucial for Countering Trump’s Lies
To control the conversation, Trump is leveraging media access to the White House. Not a problem for independent media.
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Teens Report Onslaught of Bullying During Divisive Election
In a survey of 50,000 teens, some 70 percent reported abusive behavior across months of a notably angry presidential campaign.
Senate Setback for Move to Give FBI More Warrantless Spying Powers
Congress is backing off from a push to grant the Federal Bureau of Investigations more warrantless surveillance powers.
The Dark [K]night of Donald Trump: Weapons, Warriors and Fear as the New Order in the US
How did the US's ideals become so twisted?
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Mayors and Activists Revolt Against Trump’s “Muslim Ban” Executive Order
Muslim groups and immigration activists across the US are coordinating mass protests against Trump's Muslim ban.
Being Bolder With Our Demands: A Conversation With Black Youth Project Activist Biola Jeje
Biola Jeje, one of the activists who shut down an Inauguration Day entry point, shares her thoughts on direct action.
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Memorials to US Tragedies Often Reinforce a Self-Serving Narrative
By focusing primarily on the victims, memorials often succeed in separating victims from the historical event that caused their death.
Trump’s Weird Twitter Fight With the National Parks Service
Is talking about climate change going to become political speech?
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Statement of Solidarity With Arrested/Charged #J20 Journalists
As members of the media, we are appalled by the felony charges that have been brought against journalists arrested on January 20.