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Barbados Prime Minister: 2 Degrees of Warming Is “Death Sentence” for Millions
Prime Minister Mia Mottley implored global leaders to act in the interest of all the world's people.
Study Warns “Luxury” Pollution by the Mega-Rich Is Imperiling the Planet
Emissions from a single billionaire’s space flight exceed the emissions that others cause through their entire lives.
Progressives Tell Biden: If You Want to Be Popular, Confront Corporate Greed
“America is in a populist moment,” wrote one progressive. “If Democrats won’t harness that then the right wing will.”
Months-Long Delays and Mysterious Rejections Plague Rapid COVID Testing in US
A combination of overzealous regulation and anemic government support have kept at-home tests pricey and hard to find.
With Only 23 Percent of Rental Aid Distributed, Warren and Bush Demand Answers
Less than a quarter of the $46.5 billion has been distributed since Congress authorized the funds last December.
Biden Gives January 4 Deadline to Employers for New OSHA Vaccine Requirements
Workers who don't want to get vaccinated will have to submit to weekly testing at their own expense.
“We’re Going to Win”: Charles Booker Officially Files Campaign to Oust Rand Paul
Booker will run on a progressive platform, supporting Medicare for All and the Green New Deal.
Schumer Suggests Filibuster Reform After GOP Blocks John Lewis Voting Rights Act
Democrats would need their whole caucus, including Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, to agree to change the filibuster.
COVID Vaccine Rollout for Children Ages 5 to 11 Comes With Familiar Challenges
Misinformation and making sure marginalized communities have access to the vaccine remain key obstacles.
More Than 20 Nations Vow to End Funding for Overseas Fossil Fuel Projects
The latest pledge declares support toward a clean energy transition.