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Ocasio-Cortez, Markey Call on Biden to Establish Civilian Climate Corps
A Civilian Climate Corps would mobilize the U.S. workforce in the fight against the climate crisis.
Green Colonialism Has No Place in a Truly Just Transition
Will the Global South take the opportunity to rewrite the rules of the global economy amid the climate crisis?
Reps. Bush, Tlaib Accuse Police of “Cover-Up” in Killing of Cop City Protester
Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib called on the Justice Department to investigate the fatal police shooting of Tortuguita.
Environmental Groups Slam Biden for Skipping Climate Ambition Summit
“Showing up would mean exposing his inadequate climate policies and relentless support for fossil fuels,” said a critic.
9 CA Lawmakers Demand Expedited Review of Trump’s Eligibility to Run for Office
“It is urgent to resolve the question of Mr. Trump's eligibility” before a December deadline, the lawmakers said.
Louisiana Parents Work to Invest State Resources Into Kids, Not Incarceration
The state spends up to $150,000 on each incarcerated child, which could fund education rather than locking up kids.
Polish Government Develops Test That Can Detect If Someone Took Abortion Pills
“Polish authorities are using their powers to terrorize people instead of to protect basic rights,” said one researcher.
The Fate of the “Dreamers” Is Likely Headed to the Right-Dominated Supreme Court
If the Supreme Court agrees with the new decision by a Texas federal judge, it will be devastating to 600,000 Dreamers.
California’s Historic Climate Disclosure Legislation Targets Big Corporations
One bill will force nearly every major company that does business in the state to report its emissions.
Here’s How Illinois and California Are Resisting Right-Wing Book Bans
Both states’ legislation set a strong precedent of protecting avenues of public knowledge and education.