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AOC Warns We May Lock in US Emissions If Build Back Better Fails
This comes as the Senate-approved bipartisan bill passed the House after 13 Republicans crossed the aisle to support it.
Tlaib: US “Must Stop Enabling the Killing of Children” in Palestine
Rep. Rashida Tlaib and CodePink condemned the killing of a 13-year-old Palestinian boy by Israeli forces on Friday.
Maine Voters and Foreign Companies Squared Off Over Energy Corridor. Voters Won.
The project faced staunch opposition from groups concerned with the impact the corridor could have on wildlife.
Pelosi and Biden Acquiesce to Party’s Right Wing With Infrastructure Bill Vote
Progressives argued that the move opens the door for right-wing Dems to further weaken, or abandon, the budget bill.
Leaked Documents Show Police Officers on Supposed Oath Keepers Rosters
The Chicago Police Department has at least 13 active members of the Oath Keepers, NPR found.
Alleging Civil Rights Violations, DOJ Sues Texas Over Restrictive Voting Law
The law makes it harder for people of color, non-English speakers and Texas residents with disabilities to vote.
Right-Wing Democrats Tout Wealthy Tax Cut While Waffling on Reconciliation Vote
On Thursday, House Democrats modified a tax proposal to give wealthy taxpayers more leeway.
Right-Wingers Demand “Right” to Choose — But Only for Vaccines, Not Abortion
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh says the vaccine rule isn't a mandate, as workers can choose to get vaccinated or tested.
Drop in Unemployment Rate Larger Than Expected in Solid Jobs Report
Strong wage growth has also continued, especially for low-paid workers.
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.