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“Woman, Life, Freedom”: Syrian Women Are Rising Up Against Patriarchy
Syrian women are building on the legacy of Kurdish feminism to lead a political and cultural transformation.
United Auto Workers Prepare for Big Fights Ahead Under New Reform Leadership
Amid internal dissension, UAW is moving toward a more militant, democratic approach to upcoming contract negotiations.
Biden’s Justice Department Sues Norfolk Southern Over Toxic East Palestine Crash
Rail workers hope the lawsuit is a “wake-up call” to rail companies who lobby for lax regulations and strict scheduling.
15 Million People May Lose Health Coverage as Medicaid “Purge” Begins
As Congress lets COVID-era coverage mandates expire, some states are jumping at the opportunity to take away benefits.
California Fines Manufacturer for Knowingly Exposing Workers to Toxic Chemical
Parter Medical Products was fined over $800,000 for exposing workers to dangerous levels of carcinogenic ethylene oxide.
Democrats Reintroduce Federal Trans Bill of Rights Amid GOP Attacks
The bill declares the federal government has a duty to protect trans and nonbinary people from discrimination.
Canadian Police Arrest Indigenous Protesters in Clash Over Pipeline Construction
Land defenders say the pipeline's construction and policing violates both Wet'suwet'en and Canadian laws.
Trump Indicted on Criminal Charges in NY as 3 Other Investigations Continue
Trump has become the first former president ever to face criminal charges, with more potentially on their way.
Texas Pushes Draconian Drag Ban Bills Amid Unprecedented Assault on Trans Rights
Drag performers donned bright pink wigs and makeup to testify against anti-trans bills at the Texas Capitol this week.
Week After UN Report Warning of Climate Disaster, GOP Passes Huge Pro-Oil Bill
The sweeping bill contains a litany of provisions long lobbied for by the oil and gas industry.