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Companies Like Amazon and CVS Have Donated Millions to Anti-Abortion Politicians
These donations come despite claims that these companies support reproductive freedom.
Antiwar Groups Protest Defense Industry Profiteering in Ukraine
A U.S. pivot to pursuing a diplomatic resolution in Ukraine might help avoid a prolonged and grueling war of attrition.
US Surpasses 1 Million COVID Deaths Since Pandemic’s Start
Thousands of deaths could have been avoided with less disinformation and a more equitable health care system in the U.S.
Manchin, Kelly Join GOP to Pass Motion Against Biden Declaring Climate Emergency
“Our political leadership is out to kill most of us,” lamented one climate justice advocate.
Sanders Blasts Senate for Favoring Corporate Welfare Over Child Care and Climate
The Senate voted down Bernie Sanders's proposal to cut moon-lander funding that could benefit Jeff Bezos.
Americans Would Be More Likely to Vote for Democrats If They Pass a Climate Bill
Nearly half of voters say they’d be more likely to vote for Democrats this fall if Congress passed a clean energy bill.
Biden Blasts SCOTUS on Ending “Roe” But Stays Mum on Calls to End the Filibuster
“This is about a lot more than abortion,” Biden said, warning that other rights would likely be attacked next.
$50K Student Loan Cancellation Overwhelmingly Benefits Poorest Borrowers
The findings, compiled for Sen. Elizabeth Warren, confirm that canceling student debt is a progressive economic policy.
Gorsuch, Kavanaugh & Barrett “Lied to the US Senate” About Respecting “Roe”
Three conservative justices confirmed over the past five years suggested they'd respect the precedents in Roe v. Wade.
Starbucks Announces Wage Raises — But Only for Stores That Aren’t Unionizing
The union has filed charges with the labor board over the move, which is potentially illegal.