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CNN Moderators Fixate on Cost of Medicare for All, Ignore Price of Endless War
The debate moderators should have redirected their scrutiny toward the costs of a potential war with Iran.
AOC, Sanders and Velázquez Demand Trump End Hold on Puerto Rico Relief Funds
The letter called on Trump to immediately approve a major disaster declaration submitted by the Puerto Rican government.
Trump Embraces Anti-LGBTQ Pastor Who Pushed “Conversion Therapy”
Evangelical Pastor Robert Jeffress attempted to save a gay teenager from the “clutches of the Enemy.”
Even When You Change Its Name, Solitary Confinement Is Torture
Indiana's restricted movement units are just as inhumane and damaging as solitary confinement.
Nearly 150 Arrested at Protests Exposing Wall Street’s Link to Climate Crisis
The protest was led by actor and activist Jane Fonda.
Cities in the Crosshairs Are Pushing Back Against Nuclear Weapons
Over 40 U.S. cities have put forward a resolution against nuclear war that they will push Congress to adopt.
AOC’s Revolt Against DCCC Is “Exactly What We Need,” Say Progressive Democrats
AOC has announced the launch of a PAC designed to directly challenge the power of the democratic establishment.
Deadly “Super-Pollution Events” Are on the Rise
Cities in basins and valleys are particularly prone to super-pollution events caused by warm days in winter.
The US Public Doesn’t Want War With Iran. The Senate Must Reaffirm That.
Congress must prevent Trump from escalating with Iran and find a pathway to peace through diplomacy.
Progressives Slam Texas GOP Gov. Greg Abbott’s Decision to Refuse New Refugees
Abbott's decision to reject resettlement of new refugees was enabled by an executive order signed by Trump in September.