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Biden’s Education Secretary Pick Must Overturn DeVos’s Attack on Public Schools
President-elect Joe Biden has nominated Miguel Cardona, tapping a third Latinx person to join his cabinet.

Chicago Teachers Pledge Collective Action as January Reopening Approaches
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot wants to reopen schools one day after her stay-at-home order expires.

The Insufficient COVID Stimulus Must Not Be Followed by Austerity
Critics say the $900 billion relief package does not go far enough in providing direct aid to those in most need.

Biden’s Climate Cabinet Picks Show Power of People-Led Movements
Biden’s picks for the climate cabinet are the result of “a transformational set of movements,” says Mustafa Ali.

Green Social Democracy Offers the Most Viable Path Toward a Sustainable Future
A green social democracy offers a way out of economic and climate crises, says economics professor David Kotz.

We Must Remember to #SayHerName in Our Movements Against Police Violence
Despite leading the movements against police and state violence, Black women are often the forgotten victims.

To Protect Great Lakes, Michigan Tribes Oppose Enbridge Line 5 Pipelines
Whitney Gravelle, an attorney for the Bay Mills Indian Community, discusses the fight against Enbridge's Line 5.

Deb Haaland’s Nomination for Interior Secretary Lauded as “Important Step”
If confirmed, Haaland will be the first Native American to serve in a cabinet position.

US COVID-19 Deaths and Infections Shatter Records During Vaccine Rollout
Until vaccines are widely available, there's “no reason to let up” on masking and other basic public health measures.

Nina Turner Pledges “No Honeymoon” for Biden as She Launches Bid for Congress
If elected, she will join the growing progressive wing of the Democratic Party in Congress.