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Federal Housing Assistance Mostly Helps the Wealthy — and GOP Tax Reform Would Make It Worse
It's time to push for program's like renter's tax credit.
Trans Youth Use Theater to Raise Awareness and Change Policy
In this small town, the stage has become a venue to educate political leaders on transgender issues.
By Treating Overdoses Like Murder, Prosecutors Are Making the Opioid Crisis Deadlier
People are afraid to call 911 during an overdose.
Democrats Defy Expectations With Huge Gains in Virginia and New Jersey
The Democrats of Virginia scored a massive upset in the House of Delegates.
As Voters Reject Republicans, Progressives Point to Democratic Party’s Own Crisis
Normon Solomon discusses last night's elections.
In the Water-Scarce Southwest, an Ancient Irrigation System Disrupts Big Agriculture
In New Mexico and Colorado, the “acequia” is a democratic means of water distribution.
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Bernie Sanders Goes to Canada for Health Care Inspiration
Sanders went on a hospital tour of Canada.
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How One Muslim Woman Is Helping Countless Others to Defend Themselves Against Islamophobic Violence
An initiative that began with self-defense has expanded to include financial empowerment.
How Much Influence Does Bannon Wield Among Big Donors?
Bannon declared “a season of war” on the GOP establishment.
Despite Trump Campaign Promise, Billionaires’ Tax Loophole Survives Again
The tax treatment of so-called carried interest wouldn't change in the most-recent tax overhaul.