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Attacks on Journalists Are Just One Looming Threat to Press Freedom in the US
Trump weaponized the term “fake news,” but corporate news media has always had deep, structural flaws.
Spotify Signed Joe Rogan for $100 Million But Won’t Hold Him Accountable
Rogan has come under fire for spreading COVID-19 misinformation, using racial slurs and other harmful rhetoric.
“Politics as Usual” Will Never Be a Solution to the Current Climate Threat
To address the imminent ecological threat responsibly, we need economic and political policies grounded in humanity.
Rep. Ro Khanna: Big Oil Must Confront Climate Denialism, Meet Emissions Pledges
Ro Khanna chaired a congressional hearing this week that called out the lies and failures of fossil fuel companies.
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Activists Are Building a Counterculture of Care in Apocalyptic Times
“We need to start thinking about something entirely new,” says author Shane Burley.
Workers at Largest GM Plant in Mexico Win Historic Independent Union Vote
This is a break from corrupt unions tied to elites who cut deals with corporations to keep wages and benefits low.
Israeli Policies Satisfy the Definition of Apartheid Under International Law
Amnesty International is not alone. B’Tselem, Human Rights Watch and the UN also agree about Israeli apartheid.
Hunger-Striking Teachers Say School Closures Will Hurt Black and Brown Kids
The hunger strike across multiple Oakland schools has empowered many to speak up against longtime systemic racism.
Angela Davis, Gina Dent, Erica Meiners and Beth Richie Talk Abolition Feminism
A new book coauthored by the four abolitionists emphasizes the grassroots and internationalist nature of the movement.
Is Russia-NATO Brinksmanship Over Ukraine Thwarting Diplomatic Resolution?
Masha Gessen and Anatol Lieven discuss the experience of Ukrainians and the possibility of peaceful diplomacy.