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Report: 94 Percent of Big Provider’s Rainforest Carbon Offsets Don’t Cut Carbon
A new analysis suggests corporations’ climate commitments are based on a deeply faulty carbon market.
Wisconsin Democrats Push for Abortion Referendum in Upcoming Spring Election
Since the end of “Roe v. Wade” last summer, an abortion statute from 1849 has banned nearly all abortions in Wisconsin.
A Majority of House Republicans’ New Committee Chairs Are Election Deniers
The GOP chairs will have a huge say in House priorities that could shape the future of U.S. democracy.
Eating 1 Freshwater Fish Equals a Month of Drinking “Forever Chemicals” in Water
Research finds that fish from all 48 contiguous U.S. states showed PFAS contamination.
As Income Inequality Skyrockets, the Rich Are Paying Less Into Social Security
Wages captured by Social Security taxes hit a record low in 2021 due to increasing inequality, a new analysis finds.
Striking Faculty Demand Mental Health Support for Chicago Students
Teachers’ unions across the country are fighting for better mental health resources after pandemic lockdowns.
White House Demands McCarthy Reveal “Hidden Bargains” Made to Win Speakership
The American people deserve to know about “hidden bargains” McCarthy made to become speaker, the White House said.
McCarthy Appoints GOP Recipients of Fossil Fuel Cash to Environment Committee
All have supported policies to expand industry friendly federal leasing to Big Oil and other extractive sectors.
Online Pharmacies That Sell Abortion Pills Share Sensitive Data With Google
Law enforcement can potentially use this data to prosecute people who end their pregnancies with medication.
QAnon Peddler Marjorie Taylor Greene Appointed to Homeland Security Committee
Greene has peddled numerous false and unfounded conspiracy theories on her social media over the years.