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Momentum Grows for Ocean Preserves. How Well Do They Work?
Despite the significant progress made in protected areas the last decade, huge challenges remain to achieve the goal of a healthy ocean.
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As US Inauguration Approaches, Writers Plan Resistance Events Worldwide
On January 15, writers worldwide will launch Writers Resist, a movement in support of democracy, freedom and justice.
President Obama Belatedly Says No to Israel
For the first time in his eight-year presidency, Barack Obama said no to Israel.
Elizabeth Warren Promotes Banking Rights for Marijuana Industry
Warren is pushing to create a framework that would allow marijuana-based businesses to access the banking system.
Thirteen Democrats Join GOP to Kill Sanders Resolution on Canadian Drug Imports
The move was a blow for those seeking to ensure access to health care.
Capitalism Rations What We Most Need — Let’s Demand Medicare for All: A Conversation With Mariame Kaba
It's time to move beyond pontificating about the election and dive into local organizing for things like Medicare For All.
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Why the Senate’s Attack on Backpage Will Backfire
Shutting down Backpage deprives adult sex workers of a low-cost, safe and private way of advertising their services.
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Chelsea Manning Should Not Die in Prison
I pray that President Obama uses his pardon power to save Chelsea's life. He is likely the only one who can.
A Weird American in Trump’s Post-Truth United States
Trump's America is wrong, and we need to set it right.
Utah’s New National Monument Marks Big Win for the Protection of Indigenous Cultural Sites
By protecting an area rich in indigenous cultural history, Obama has shown that some things are worth more than money.