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Abortion Rights Advocates See Ohio Election as a “Real Test” for Democracy
This will be a bellwether to see how much voters see through disinformation, says one reproductive rights advocate.
New Report Reveals Big Oil’s Playbook to Silence Climate Protests
The report estimates that 60 percent of U.S. oil and gas production is now safeguarded by anti-protest laws.
Dissenting Memo From State Dept Criticizes Biden Response to Israel’s Attacks
“We must publicly criticize Israel’s violations of international norms,” the dissenting memo states.
Survivors Speak Out as Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments in Gun Rights Case
The decision could deny gun possession to those with domestic violence restraining orders against them.
Jewish Voice for Peace Takes Over Statue of Liberty in Protest for Ceasefire
“As long as the people of Gaza are screaming, we need to yell louder,” artist and activist Nan Goldin said at the event.
David Axelrod Tells Biden He Should Drop Out of 2024 Presidential Race
“The stakes of miscalculation here are too dramatic to ignore,” Axelrod said, urging Biden to reconsider his 2024 run.
Transgender Kansans Can Vote Amid Ongoing Legal Challenge to Anti-Trans Law
Anti-trans legislation that was implemented in July has caused widespread confusion on how it should be interpreted.
Trump Beats Biden in Swing States Poll, But Loses Voters’ Support If Convicted
Trump wins five of six swing states in the poll, but loses all six if he's found guilty in any of his indictments.
The Jobs Have Gone, But Fallout From Industrial Pollution Still Haunts Detroit
Manufacturers spewed toxins into low-income neighborhoods of color and left. Residents are still fighting for cleanup.
Arkansas Librarian Who Was Fired Over Refusal to Enforce Book Bans Speaks Out
“I'd rather be fired for upholding the First Amendment instead of sued for violating it,” librarian Patty Hector said.