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Fake COVID-19 Testing Sites Are Scamming Vulnerable Communities Across the US
Fraudulent pop-up testing sites are spreading — and BIPOC and low-income neighborhoods may be most at risk.
Youngkin’s Cabinet Has More Fossil Fuel Ties Beyond Trump’s EPA Chief
Andrew Wheeler could occupy Virginia's top environmental post, sparking concern of environmental protection reversals.
Progressives Rail Against Sinema for Choosing Filibuster Over Voting Rights
The Arizona senator drew ire from voting rights advocates at events marking MLK Jr.'s birthday.
Hospitals Struggle With Sheer Volume of COVID Cases Amid Staff Shortages
COVID infections are exacerbating some medical conditions and making it harder to reduce its spread within hospitals.
Senate Finance Chair Accuses Rich Developers of Exploiting Trump Tax Break
Sen. Ron Wyden is investigating developers' abuse of Trump tax breaks that purported to benefit poor communities.
Thousands of Students Stage Walkouts, Protest In-Person Classes Amid COVID Surge
Students are demanding a return to remote learning until cases go down and COVID protections increase in schools.
Southern States Largely Excluded From Historic Minimum Wage Increases
Eight Southern states have minimum wages equal to the current federal minimum of $7.25.
Dark Money “Persuasion Machine” for GOP Raised Record Cash Before 2022 Midterms
A fundraising proposal shows that the group sought to “shape and frame the political field” ahead of the 2022 midterms.
Right-Wingers Are Pushing to Take Over School Boards in Leadup to Midterms
The left must have an inclusive, diverse, united front against the right's threat to destroy public education.
Sanders Says Manchin and Sinema Are Undermining US Democracy
Manchin and Sinema are opposed to filibuster reforms that would enable the passage of voting rights protections.