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Governor Vetoes Wisconsin GOP’s Last-Ditch Effort to Keep Gerrymandered Maps
“The people of Wisconsin have lived under some of the most gerrymandered maps in the country for a decade,” Evers said.
Palestinian and Muslim Harvard Students Demand Investigation Into Harassment
“On top of worrying about my family’s safety in Palestine, I’m living in fear of being attacked,” a student said.
Sinema Used $210K of Public Funds on Private Flights as She Axed Paid Leave Bill
Sinema’s office spent $116,000 on private flights in 2023 alone.
Arizona GOP Lawmaker Proposes Ending Presidential Election Vote in the State
The proposal would have to be approved by voters themselves before it can be enacted.
19 Lawmakers Press Blinken on Unapproved Arms Transfers to Israel
"Congress and the American public deserve thorough answers,” the Democrats, led by Elizabeth Warren, wrote in a letter.
Warren, Sanders Urge Biden to Go a Step Further on Marijuana and Deschedule It
The Biden administration has taken steps toward loosening restrictions on marijuana, but advocates say it’s not enough.
Major Brands Like McDonald’s, Kroger and Coca-Cola Linked to Forced Prison Labor
“Slavery has not been abolished,” said one formerly imprisoned person who now advocates against forced prison labor.
Supreme Court Sets March Date for Arguments on Abortion Drug Mifepristone
“Restricting access to mifepristone impedes patient autonomy,” a physicians' group said in defending current standards.
Report Details “Devastating Harms” to TX Communities From Petrochemical Industry
The report also noted the lack of adequate enforcement and oversight from local and state regulators.
Trump Will Expand DOJ “Presidential Immunity” Memo If He’s Elected — Report
“What Trump wants is immunity from being scrutinized at all,” one legal critic has noted.