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Washington Post Cartoonist Quits After Paper Censors Criticism of Owner Bezos
“I’ve never had a cartoon killed because of who or what I chose to aim my pen at,” cartoonist Ann Telnaes said.
New Federal Rule Will Erase All Americans’ Medical Debt From Credit Reports
The rule may still face challenges, from credit reporting agencies and debt collectors, as well as from Trump.
American Historical Association Overwhelmingly Condemns Scholasticide in Gaza
A resolution calls for a permanent ceasefire and to form a committee to help rebuild Gaza’s educational infrastructure.
Doctors Against Genocide Hold Global Sick-Out to Highlight Atrocities in Gaza
“We are sick from genocide, sick from complicity, and sick from silence,” says a statement by Doctors Against Genocide.
Florida Doctor Fined $10K for Violating Abortion Waiting Period Law
Critics argue mandatory 24-hour waiting periods are medically unnecessary and impede abortion access.
Joe Biden Blasts Efforts to “Erase the History” of January 6 Capitol Attack
“Democracy — even in America — is never guaranteed,” President Joe Biden wrote in an op-ed.
60 Years After Assassination of Malcolm X, a Lawsuit Aims to Uncover the Truth
The outcome of this lawsuit will have broad ramifications for movements facing state surveillance and repression today.
COVID Rates Are Up in What Experts Are Calling a “Silent Surge” Across the US
“There’s a good chance that a lot of people are going to get sick in the next couple of weeks,” one expert predicted.
Biden Permanently Bans Offshore Drilling Across 625M Acres of Coastal Territory
This executive action could be difficult for the Trump administration to reverse.
Trump’s Team Looks to Bypass Sanctuary Laws That Hinder His Deportation Plans
Sanctuary states can get ahead by closing loopholes that allow prisons and jails to cooperate with ICE.