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Texas Activists Form Statewide Coalition to Confront Fracking
Texas activists are working to restore local control over fracking — including the right to ban the extraction process.
Sparks Fly as Iowa’s Festival of Politics Showcases Presidential Candidates
Preparations begin months in advance, with campaigns organizing rallies, concerts and other events to bring supporters to the hall.
A High-Dollar Speech Sends Former Israeli Prime Minister to US Federal Court on Claims of War Crimes
He has been accused of involvement in the murders of ten passengers on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla.
White House and Republicans Reach Budget Deal – Including Disability Insurance Cuts
A vote on the deal could come as early as Wednesday.
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How Civil Rights Groups Are Unraveling Illegal Bail Schemes That Fill Jails With Poor People
Advocates are working to stop the illegal practice of jailing people simply because they can't afford to post bail.
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Did the US Navy Break Federal Laws to Push War Games Over National Forests?
The Navy may be breaking federal laws in order to push forward plans to conduct electromagnetic war games in Washington State.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Why the Media Refuse to Talk About the TPP, and More
The TPP was hugely overlooked in both the Democratic and GOP debates.
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Israeli Settlers Want New York Police Tactics in Jerusalem
Israel's policing techniques already bear many similarities to those of the United States.
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Water Remains Largely Marginalized in Climate Talks
Six hundred sixty-three million people are still without water globally.
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Communities Push for Legal Rights to Regain Power Over Fracking Companies
Coloradans for Community Rights has set its sights on dismantling the legal system where state laws take precedence over local rules.