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The U Visa Is Meant to Protect Immigrants, But Police Are Undermining It
Attempts by crime victims to apply for the visa are routinely undermined by law enforcement agencies.
Trump Administration Proposes Charging Refugees Asylum Fees
The Trump administration could make the U.S. one of four countries in the world that charge asylum seekers for entry.
Millions Call on Texas Governor to Halt Execution of Rodney Reed
Reed was convicted of raping and murdering Stacey Stites in 1996, but her fiancé has since confessed to the crimes.
Progressive Prosecutor Movement Scores Major Victory in San Francisco DA Race
Chesa Boudin, backed by Black Lives Matter co-founders, is a public defender and the son of incarcerated parents.
Fight for Racial Justice Fuels Little Rock Educator Strike Preparations
Communities are fighting for local control to stop charters and reverse the re-segregation of Little Rock schools.
In Detroit, A New Type of Agricultural Neighborhood Has Emerged
The 3-acre Michigan Urban Farming Initiative is addressing food insecurity in one of Detroit's historic communities.
Bernie Sanders: Bloomberg’s 2020 Bid Shows “Billionaire Class Is Scared”
Rich Democrats are worried -- and rightly so, according to the Sanders campaign.
Jeff Sessions Praises Trump in Announcing Bid for Old Alabama Senate Seat
Sessions tries to reconcile with his former boss in his first campaign ad, saying: “He has my strong support.”
Lobbying Scandal Rattles Alliance Backing Illinois Clean Energy Legislation
Some clean energy and consumer advocates have already said they will no longer work with ComEd or Exelon.
Mike Pence’s Office Meddled in Foreign Aid to Reroute Money to Christian Groups
Officials at USAID warned that favoring Christian groups in Iraq could inflame religious tension.