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New Survey of Early Childhood Educators Finds a Sector in Crisis
Child care bill languishing in Congress would cost a fraction of the $150 billion a year the US loses from tax dodgers.
Biden DOJ Indicts Journalist Who Leaked Unaired Tucker Carlson and Ye Footage
Press advocates warned that the indictment poses a similar threat to journalism as the US's case against Julian Assange.
Florida Defies CDC, Sides With Anti-Vax Parents Amid School Measles Outbreak
“This is not a parental rights issue,” said Florida’s former surgeon general. “It’s about protecting fellow classmates."
Pollution Crisis in Mexico Shows Limits of Plastic Bag Bans in Global Capitalism
Mexican states like Puebla have banned plastic bags, but waste is overflowing due to exempt transnational companies.
Wayne LaPierre Found Liable in NRA Corruption Case
“The NRA has lost its leader, its power, and its wealth,” said one campaigner.
Alabama Halts IVF as State Supreme Court Ruling Sparks Fear and Confusion
The Alabama Supreme Court ruling that embryos are “extrauterine children” is already causing chaos for families.
Report: 70% of Health Workers in Black Communities Witnessed Discrimination
A new survey of 3,000 employees shows just how pervasive discrimination is.
New Florida Bill Could Force Unhoused People Into Encampments
The bill would prohibit cities from allowing unhoused people to sleep or camp on public property and rights of way.
AOC Calls AIPAC “NRA of Foreign Policy” Over Right-Wing, Pro-Israel Attacks
“Each and every day, their role in US politics becomes a greater scandal,” Representative Ocasio-Cortez said.
More Than 50 Obstetricians Have Fled Idaho Since Abortion Ban Was Implemented
The reduction in available doctors and obstetric programs will likely increase maternal mortality rates in the state.