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“Protecting” the Police: The Legislative Attack on Black Lives Matter
NYPD Commissioner William Bratton equates the recording law enforcement with intimidation and attempts to free individuals in police custody.
How Sanders Shaped the National Discourse on Class: A Media Analysis
More than a progressive president, a working class with strong class consciousness is key for social change to occur.
Enhancing Voter Turnout: A Primary Concern
Fixing not only voter registration but the nominating calendar itself could be the key to boosting the number of Americans who cast ballots on Election Day.
No Need to Build Donald Trump’s Wall — It’s Already Built
Should Trump actually win, how could he build something that already exists?
The Nightmare Continues: California’s Broken Child Care Subsidies System
An opportunity to bring stability and security to low-income mothers in California has failed due to false assumptions.
Education Reformers’ Core Beliefs Are Objectionable
The US's corporate education reform movement has been a marketing success.
Postal Contract Narrows the Gap Between “Tiers” of Workers
The American Postal Workers Union made serious headway and fended off most concessionary demands.
What Does It Mean When War Hawks Say, “Never Trump”?
The enemies of my enemy may be war criminals.
Mike Pence Loves ALEC and Keeps Pushing School Privatization, Despite Lousy Record With Charters
Trump's VP pick won't give up on charter schools.
Team Refugee and the Normalization of Mass Displacement
As refugees take the Olympic stage, the wars that sent them running for their lives continue apace.