Jon Queally

Jon Queally is senior editor and staff writer for Common Dreams.

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McCarthy Finally Elected Speaker in 15th Vote After Bowing to Far Right Fringe

The final vote followed a dramatic 14th ballot vote in which tensions soared on the floor of the House chamber.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

January 7, 2023

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Politics & Elections

Brazil Celebrates Lula’s Inauguration and End of Right-Wing Bolsonaro Reign

Lula vowed to rebuild Brazil as a nation for all people, while former President Jair Bolsonaro fled to Florida.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

January 2, 2023

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Politics & Elections

Exposé Reveals Lobbyists Bought Access to Supreme Court Justices With Donations

The Supreme Court Historical Society has raked in millions from corporations and lobbyists with cases before the court.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

January 1, 2023

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Politics & Elections

When It Comes to Greed and Tax Dodging, Sanders Points Out “Trump Is Not Alone”

Sen. Sanders called out seven major companies that also paid no federal income taxes in 2020.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

January 1, 2023

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Economy & Labor

16,000 New York City Nurses Are Preparing to Strike

Facing a 'tridemic' of COVID-19, flu, and RSV, workers say they are at a breaking point and patient safety is at risk.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

December 31, 2022

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Environment & Health

Global Biodiversity Pact Draft Is an “Open Invitation to Greenwash,” Critics Say

Several African nations and environmental groups criticized the agreement's funding arrangements and targets.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

December 19, 2022

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Politics & Elections

Critics Slam Sinema for Leaving Democratic Party Days After Warnock’s Win

Sinema's move may impact the power balance in the closely divided Senate, depending on which party caucus she joins.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

December 9, 2022

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Environment & Health

750+ Groups Reject Inclusion of Manchin’s Dirty Deal in Pentagon Spending Bill

They urge Schumer and Pelosi to not attach the deal to the military spending bill that is set to roll through Congress.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

December 5, 2022

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Environment & Health

“Game On” as Key Issue of Loss and Damage Added to Agenda at COP27

Rich nations tried to keep "climate debt" off the table, but pressure to pay for their outsized emissions is mounting.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

November 6, 2022

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Environment & Health

Dutch Climate Activists Block Private Jets From Taking Off, Over 100 Arrested

Over 500 protesters called out the high emissions lifestyle of the uber-rich and demanded an end to private air travel.

By: Jon Queally ,; CommonDreams

November 6, 2022

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