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As Starbucks Stalls Negotiations, Workers Use New Tactics to Push for Contract
An ambitious new campaign urges customers and allies to take action in support of unionizing Starbucks workers.
Biden Promises to Visit Maui “as Soon as We Can” Amid GOP Criticisms
Contrary to GOP criticisms, Biden has activated federal emergency help, but he has not declared a climate emergency.
New 4% Tax on Wealthiest Residents Will Fund Free School Meals in Massachusetts
Twenty-six percent of children in the state are food insecure, according to the U.S. Census Household Pulse Survey.
Texas Is Suing Planned Parenthood for $1.8B Over $17M in Medicaid Payments
The case is being heard by a far right judge who recently ruled to shut down access to abortion drug mifepristone.
AOC Calls on DOJ to Investigate Thomas for “Blatant Disregard” for the Law
“Refusing to hold him accountable would set a dangerous precedent,” Representative Ocasio-Cortez and lawmakers said.
Trump Finally Addresses Tragedy in Maui — to Attack Biden & Deny Climate Crisis
At least 99 individuals have perished as a result of the wildfires on the island of Maui.
Judge Rules Against Right-Wing Think Tank Efforts to Block Student Debt Relief
A lawsuit attempted to stop the Biden administration from canceling debt of roughly 804,000 borrowers.
In Major First, Judge Rules in Favor of Montana Youth Suing Over Climate Crisis
A judge has ruled that officials’ failure to address the climate crisis violated constitutional rights.
Democratic National Convention Chair’s Firm Helps Clients Fight Labor Law Reform
Minyon Moore is an executive of a group that has aided corporate fights against gig worker protections and sick leave.
Arkansas Will Not Recognize AP Black History for Credit, Only European History
One critic of the state's action described it as “racism pure and simple.”