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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.
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Detained Immigrant Girl Released but Future Remains Uncertain
A 10-year-old girl with cerebral palsy who was detained after surgery has been released.
Prominent Sanders Supporters Issue Report Criticizing the Democratic Leaders for Failing to Learn From 2016
The result is a deeply divided party heading into 2018.
Instead of $2 Trillion Corporate Tax Cut, GOP Could Give Average American Families $17,000 Each
Sen. Elizabeth Warren scoffs at GOP's offer.
The US’s Secretive Private Prison Industry Is About to Become Much Less Secretive
Thanks to a recent Supreme Court decision, everything may change.
Trump Kills CFPB Arbitration Rule: The Little Guy Loses Again
Trump just threw future victims of financial crimes and predatory practices to the wolves of Wall Street.