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New Anti-Protesting Legislation: A Deeper Look
Legislation — introduced by Republican lawmakers in 19 states — seeks to criminalize and penalize protesting.
Democracy Vouchers: Everything You Need to Know
Here's what you should know about democracy vouchers.
On Labor and Beyond, Trump Is Following Scott Walker’s Playbook
If you think things are bad now for the nation, take a closer look at what happened in Wisconsin and brace yourself.
A Dangerous California Bill Would Leave Students and Teachers Vulnerable to Intrusive Government Searches
A California bill would make it easy for the government to search the cell phones and online accounts of students and teachers.
The American Health Care Act Is a Wealth Grab, Not a Health Plan
This plan won't just make people sicker. It will make the economy sicker, too, and we'll all pay the price.
Seven Scary Facts About the Widening Gender Gap
Women still carry out between two to 10 times more unpaid care work than men.
Trump’s Director of National Intelligence Pick Is on the Wrong Side of Surveillance
Trump's pick for National Intelligence Director laid out his vision for surveillance — it's not good for technology users.
Solar Creates More US Electricity Jobs Than Oil, Gas, Coal, Nuclear Combined
With 373,807 jobs, solar is far and away the biggest job creator in the entire electric energy generation sector.
Teachers Are Fighting to Block Guns in Schools
Ever since DeVos suggested the importance of guns in schools, pro-gun groups pushing against gun-free zones at schools.
Organic Produce Is Not Always Organic
Despite regulations meant to protect US consumers, people still take advantage of loopholes in the law.