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The Polar Vortex Is Climate Disruption in Action
The sub-zero temperatures across the country don't contradict global warming. They're actually caused by it.
Despite Backlash, Teacher Strikes Are Spreading Across Country
Teachers in Colorado, Virginia and Oakland are protesting, while teachers in red states face retaliatory legislation.
Hondurans Protest US-Backed Government as Thousands Flee
The US is backing the Honduran president against the people's wishes and despite his family's links to drug trafficking.
Police Are Using Private Security Firms to Target Anti-Pipeline Organizers
Minnesota police have spent more than a year gearing up for a militarized standoff with activists at Enbridge's Line 3.
After Years of Republican Rule, the House Takes on Voting Rights
The Republican establishment in Washington is desperately clinging to power.
McConnell Estate Tax Repeal Would Hand Billions to Walton and Koch Families
If passed, the bill would accomplish the longstanding GOP goal of completely eliminating the estate tax.
Bolton’s Notepad Ominously Reads, “5,000 Troops to Colombia”
Less troops in Afghanistan would mean that they could be redeployed to Latin America.
Nuclear Threat Grows as US Prepares to Withdraw From INF Treaty
Today, there are nine nuclear nations and the risks are incalculable. But is anyone paying attention?
We Are Destroying Our Life Support System
Runaway climate disruption has made extinction a reality. Will humans be able to adapt?
Omar and Jayapal Demand US Rule Out Military Intervention in Venezuela
The US representatives urged against intervention as National Security Advisor John Bolton ramped up tensions.