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States Challenge Scott Pruitt’s Decision to Keep Pesticide Linked to Brain Damage in Food Supply
The EPA's own scientists agree that chlorpyrifos should be removed from the food supply.
“This State Is on the Front Lines”: Floridians Mobilize Against Sabal Trail Natural Gas Pipeline
Water Protectors in Florida are fighting to hold the line against the Sabal Trail natural gas pipeline, with a major day of action planned for tomorrow.
Marcy Wheeler: James Comey Planned His Dramatic Testimony Release to Undercut GOP Smear Campaign
Comey, fired by Trump last month, released his planned opening statement on Wednesday.
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Texas’ Draconian “Sanctuary City” Ban Draws Protests, Lawsuits
Texas' SB4 is the harshest and most sweeping anti-sanctuary law yet, creating a litany of new rules around immigration enforcement.
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Oysters vs. Oil: Hilcorp Energy Company’s Bayou Battle
Hilcorp's drilling barge and tugboats cut channels into the seafloor, destroying the oyster beds and smothering the shellfish.
Trump Unveils Air Traffic Privatization Plan, Amid Push to Sell Transportation Infrastructure to Corporate America
President Trump did not reveal many details, simply stating that he would be “proposing new principles to Congress.”
Africa Drives Global Action Against Mercury Use
Olubunmi Olusanya of the Federal Ministry of Environment, Nigeria, is keen on phasing out mercury-added products.
US Congressman Calls for Holy War Against “Islamic Horror,” Says “Kill All” Suspects
A freshman lawmaker reacted to the attacks in London over the weekend by calling for violence against Muslims.
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New Report Shows Corporations and Western Governments Continue to Profit From Looting of Africa
In 2015, $203 billion was taken from African nations.
Trump’s Budget Axes Campus-Based Child Care for Low-Income Students
Parents enrolled in college would lose a child care program aimed at helping them graduate under Trump budget.