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Our Drinking Water Systems Are a Disaster; What Can We Do?
In the wake of the Flint crisis, communities turn to innovative technology and financing to prevent the next crisis.
Israel Hired PR Firm to Market Occupation to Black, Latino and LGBTQ Communities
Why did Israeli-funded PR firm Ceisler target crisis intervention and suicide hotline services for queer and transgender youth?
Avaaz Ignored Libya Lessons When Advocating for Syria No-Fly Zone
Like Clinton and other interventionists, Avaaz — in advocating for a no-fly zone in Syria — has not been chastened by what its advocacy wrought in Libya.
Why Bernie’s Right About Glass-Steagall
As the quip attributed to Mark Twain goes, history doesn't repeat itself, but it rhymes.
The Dark Money Is on a Contested Convention and Paul Ryan
Ryan simply puts a smiling face on the same extremist policies the Kochs and their allies have been pushing all along.
Texas Prison System Unveils New Censorship Policy
Supporters of prisoners often use social media to raise attention about prison conditions and the appeal campaigns of individuals.
Obama’s Victory Dance in Argentina
While Argentina's president limits press freedoms, President Obama offers praise, seeking to spread US influence abroad.
The US Is in the Midst of an Eviction Crisis
San Francisco is infamous for Ellis Act evictions that force tenants out of a building and allow the landlord to go out of business.
Taking on Predatory Payday Lenders in Florida
These payday lenders prey on people who do not have a bank account or can't otherwise get a loan.
Cancun Residents Halt Developers to Protect and Revive Beloved Mangrove
The residents of Cancun moved to protect what was left of their forest after bulldozers destroyed it.