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Louisiana Hires Controversial Law Firm to Block Fix for Racist Judicial Elections
The voting system for judges in Louisiana's Terrebonne Parish is disenfranchising black voters.
Japan’s Vote for Abe Could Worsen Prospects for Peace With North Korea, China
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has won big.
Even After Vegas, the NRA Keeps on Winning — Now It Wants War
Bump-stock regulation is dead and the NRA has pushed culture-war rhetoric to a new low.
Under Trump, Neocons Push for Massive Military Spending and Global Domination
Neocons still want a global empire.
Will Obamacare Marketplaces Suffer as Open Enrollment Begins?
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Big Money Pours Into Virginia’s Close Governor’s Race
The Virginia race is shaping up to be the year's closest gubernatorial election.
US Withdrawal From UNESCO: The Problematic History of US Legislation on Israel and Palestine
It was inevitable, given US-Palestinian relations.
As Luxury Apartments Rise, Homelessness in New York City Reaches Highest Levels Since the Great Depression
New York City should tax vacant investment condos.
If You Can’t Afford $4,500 for a Dose of Medicine, You Don’t Get to Live
Life-saving drugs should be made available at cost.
Scientist at Work: Measuring Public Health Impacts After Disasters
Will there be an increase in Zika, West Nile or other vector-borne diseases?