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Sanders Calls for Windfall Tax to Defend Economy Against Corporate Greed
The demand for the popular proposal comes as Biden's call for a federal gas tax holiday faces growing pushback.
UN Human Rights Office Confirms Israeli Forces Killed Shireen Abu Akleh
“Perpetrators must be held to account,” said a spokesperson for the UN high commissioner for human rights.
Six GOP Congressmembers Sought Pardons After Trying to Help Trump Subvert Vote
The only reason to ask for a pardon is “because you think you’ve committed a crime,” noted Rep. Adam Kinzinger.
Thousands Rise Up to Protest Far Right Supreme Court Justices’ Overturn of “Roe”
The decision was a result of a decades-long campaign by the far right to wrest away people’s right to bodily autonomy.
Calls to Expand Supreme Court Grow After Justices Strike Down New York Gun Law
Lawmakers say that expanding the High Court is the only way to combat the far right’s court packing.
Supreme Court Upends New York Gun Law, Making It Easier to Publicly Carry Guns
In his dissent, Justice Stephen Breyer said the Court “burdens States’ efforts” to adequately address gun violence.
Most Voters Say Supreme Court Shouldn’t Bar EPA From Regulating Air Pollution
An upcoming ruling on “West Virginia v. EPA” could hamper the government’s ability to regulate pollution.
Half of Americans Say They’ve Been Impacted by Climate Crisis, Poll Shows
Studies suggest that the number of Americans who have experienced the effects of the crisis is actually much higher.
Appeals Court Rules Against BDS Movement, Says Boycotts Aren’t Protected Speech
The en banc ruling reverses a previous appeals court finding that favored a newspaper contending with the anti-BDS law.
Maine Chipotle Workers File to Form Company’s First-Ever Union
The workers recently staged a walkout over understaffing and safety concerns.