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Olympics Committee Accused of Racism for “Black Lives Matter” Ban at Tokyo Games
The decision comes as the IOC reaffirms its controversial “Rule 50” that bans political speech among athletes.
Conspiracy Theorist Hired by GOP to Lead Arizona Recount Cost Taxpayers $150,000
The audit of 2.1 million ballots is spearheaded by a company founded by a man who believes in Trump’s Big Lie.
Biden Picks Warren Ally to Oversee Student Aid, Signaling Shift on Student Debt
Richard Cordray, who used to run the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, will oversee $1.6 trillion in student debts.
Democrats Funded by Big Pharma Refuse to Back COVID Vaccine Patent Waiver
The top Democratic recipients of pharmaceutical industry cash are standing in the way of mass vaccine access.
Mutual Aid Efforts Are Working to Fill the Gaps of Biden’s COVID Response
Many of these grassroots responses are taking place in communities that have been hit hardest by the pandemic.
Critics Decry Unconstitutional Abortion Ban in Lubbock, Texas
“We will continue to advocate for our patients, no matter what,” a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood said.
Biden Says Rich Americans Should Pay “Fair Share” to Help Fund Free College
Biden has proposed making two years of community college free in his American Families Plan.
Ted Cruz, Mike Lee Are Only Two “No” Votes on Bipartisan Drinking Water Bill
The bill would fund projects to rid schools of lead pipes and improve drinking water access in underserved communities.
Missouri GOP Lawmakers Block Expansion of Medicaid, Despite Voter Referendum
The refusal to fund the Medicaid eligibility expansion will likely lead to lawsuits against the state, experts say.
Counties Most Vulnerable to COVID Have Been the Slowest to Vaccinate
Four months of data shows healthier -- often wealthier -- counties have been faster to vaccinate.