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Emergence of New COVID Variant Reflects Critical Need for Vaccination
The appearance of the SARS-CoV-2 variant makes it even more important that people get vaccinated as soon as possible.
The Richest 500 People in the World Added $1.8 Trillion to Their Wealth in 2020
The wealthiest people in the world made historic income gains in 2020 as most people struggled to afford rent and food.
People in Debt Have Formed a Union to Fight Back
The Debt Collective is urging President-elect Biden to cancel all student debt "because it’s the moral thing to do.”
Progressives Hope Paygo Exemptions in House Rules Will Pave Way for Big Reforms
Legislative responses to the COVID and climate crises no longer will require offsetting tax increases or budget cuts.
Biden Cabinet Picks Pocketed Millions From Corporate Consulting and Speeches
Antony Blinken and Janet Yellen collectively pulled in over $8 million in the past two years.
As Stimulus Falls Short, Mutual Aid Organizers Work to Meet People’s Needs
A broad movement of grassroots organizations are tending to their community’s well-being as COVID-19 surges nationwide.
Climate Justice Advisory Groups Are in Vogue. But Are State Agencies Listening?
Members of the advisory groups say government agencies often fail to act on their input regarding racial justice.
Big Pharma Rings in New Year by Raising Prices on 300 Medications
President Donald Trump pledged in 2016 to reduce prescription drug prices in the U.S.
Reproductive Rights Advocates Say Ohio Fetal Remains Bill Is Unconstitutional
Senate Bill 27 was signed into law Wednesday by Gov. Mike DeWine.
US Barely Kept Track of the Nearly 3,000 Health Care Workers That Died in 2020
A new analysis shows a far higher number of health care worker deaths than those reported by the government.