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Omar: Manchin and Sinema Are Doing Big Pharma, Big Oil and Wall Street’s Bidding
Two conservative Democrats have stalled and forced President Biden to radically scale back his agenda.
Rikers Island and the Shapeshifting Monster of Reform
“We’re talking about a hostage situation and the answer is to free the hostages,” says Kelly Hayes.
NYC Taxi Drivers Launch Hunger Strike to Demand Relief From Medallion Debt
Thousands have accrued massive debt largely due to the city artificially inflating the cost of taxi medallions.
Deported to Haiti, Activist Jean Montrevil Returns to US on Special Parole
ICE targeted Montrevil for his immigration activism, using a decades-old conviction as pretext to deport him.
Lead Pipes Leave Benton Harbor, Michigan, With Toxic Water
Since 2018, tap water in the predominantly Black city has contained lead levels up to 60 times the federal limit.
The Postal Service Can Do More to Be Present in the 21st Century
The U.S. Postal Service isn't merely a business; it's critical infrastructure.
Over 530 Arrested in Historic Indigenous-Led Climate Protests in DC
Indigenous leaders have issued a series of demands, including the abolition of the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
After Hurricane Ida, Louisianians Offer Bold Visions for Climate Resilience
Louisiana is already preparing for rising seas and intensifying storms, offering lessons for the rest of us.
Trump’s Coup Nearly Succeeded. He May Try Again in 2024.
Trump’s continued grip on the GOP makes investigations into the January 6 attack vital to safeguarding democracy.
From Burnout to Breakthroughs, Weary Organizers Can Come Back Stronger
How can we build our way back from pandemic exhaustion?