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Pressley Urges Biden to Declare Public Health Emergency Over “Roe” Overturn
Declaring a public health emergency could give the government the resources and authority to aid abortion seekers.
Steve Bannon Suddenly Wants to Talk to Jan. 6 Committee
The former Trump adviser says he wants to appear at a public hearing — a move that deeply worries some legal experts.
DeSantis Handpicks “Radical Far-Right” Secretary of State to Oversee His Race
Ron DeSantis picked Cord Byrd, a Florida legislator who won't acknowledge Biden's 2020 win, to run Florida elections.
Right-Wing Anti-Abortion, Anti-LGBTQ Think Tank Is Now a Church in Eyes of IRS
Many conservative groups are now seeking church status, in order to shield themselves from financial scrutiny.
Red States Plot Use of Vigilantes to Restrict Abortion Seekers’ Travel
Biden's Friday executive order can't guarantee courts will side with abortion providers against cross-state prosecution.
Critics Warn Drilling Project in Arctic Would Unleash Dangerous “Carbon Bomb”
If approved by the federal government, the project would break Biden's promises for confronting the climate crisis.
Reparations for Racist Laws Are Gaining Traction at State and Local Levels
A number of states are taking a closer look at racial equity in agriculture specifically.
Abortion Activists Slam White House for Saying They Are “Out of Step” With Dems
The Biden administration already faces criticism following its tepid response to protect abortion access after “Dobbs.”
Experts Fear That Backsliding on Abortion Rights Will Go Beyond US Borders
The overturning of “Roe v. Wade” will embolden fringe anti-abortion groups across Europe, activists and academics warn.
Mutual Aid Groups That Arose During COVID Gather to Build Power Regionally
Durable mutual aid networks prioritize building relationships around anti-authoritarian, anti-capitalist values.