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23 States Ask EPA Not to Consider Environmental Racism When Regulating Pollution
The push could lead to a change in EPA policy if Donald Trump retakes power in January.
Harms of US Blockade Against Cuba Compound as Food and Energy Crises Spread
Having survived the US blockade for 62 years, Cuba is enduring its worst economic crisis since the collapse of the USSR.
Polluters Must Foot the Bill for Cleaning Up “Forever Chemicals” Under New Rule
Health advocates celebrated the news and some called for further action to limit exposure to the pervasive chemicals.
Organizers in Idaho Are Readying for an Abortion Rights Ballot Initiative
Polling in Idaho shows that an abortion rights initiative could potentially be successful.
Meet the Teenager Challenging Iowa’s Anti-LGBTQ Legislation
Iowa teen Puck Carlson is pushing back against Iowa legislators’ attack on LGBTQ youth through activism and a lawsuit.
US Vetoes Palestine’s Bid to Become a Full Member of the UN
The resolution's failure “will not defeat our determination,” said Palestine's permanent observer at the United Nations.
Survey: Palestinians and Their Allies Are Experiencing Racism, Isolation
The survey showcases how “anti-Palestinian racism affects many more people than previously expected,” the authors said.
Biden Administration’s New Title IX Rules Reverse Trump-Era Changes
Advocates for sexual violence survivors and the LGBTQ community have long called for updates to the federal regulations.
Columbia Suspends Ilhan Omar’s Daughter Day After Omar Grills Its President
Omar had grilled Shafik about her characterization of pro-Palestine protests as antisemitic.
Transgender Teen in WV Can Play on Track Team, Federal Appeals Court Says
“This is a massive victory for trans rights,” LGBTQ legislative researcher Allison Chapman told Truthout.