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A Democratic Think Tank Is Promoting Pushback Against Climate Lawsuits
One of the outfits promoting the efforts to counter climate lawsuits is the Progressive Policy Institute.
Bernie Sanders Says Everything Must Be Done to Prevent US Attack on Iran
“The drums of war are beating in Washington again,” Sanders wrote.
How Teach for America Evolved Into an Arm of the Charter School Movement
Teach For America has evolved into an informal but vital ally of the charter school movement.
“No Evidence” That Fracking Can Be Done Without Threatening Human Health
A review of more than 1,700 studies concludes that the industry poses a threat to air, water, climate and human health.
Biden Lobbyist Is Fighting Measures to Crack Down on Foreign Election Influence
Biden is not shying away from associations that may aid foreign interests.
War Survivor Ilhan Omar Makes Impassioned Case Against Iran Attack
Omar, the first Somali refugee elected to Congress, wrote, “War is hell.”
Accusing US of Intrusion in National Airspace, Iran Shoots Down US Drone
The incident follows the Trump administration's attempts to blame Iran for the Gulf of Oman oil tanker attack last week.
Walmart Got a $2.2 Billion Tax Cut. Now It’s Laying Off Workers
Walmart is one of many companies that shared a windfall from its GOP tax cut with shareholders while laying off workers.
Floridians Are Suing a Cop Fired for Planting Drugs in Their Vehicles
Thanks to the diligence of one assistant state attorney, 119 cases were thrown out.
Scientists Are Stunned by How Rapidly Ice Is Melting in the Arctic
One researcher offered a bleak prognosis: “We’re not going to stop this train wreck.”