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25 House Democrats Urge Pelosi to Bring Congressional Stock Trading Ban to Vote
The letter comes after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi signaled she would support the ban if her caucus favored it.
Gingrich Tells Dems to Prepare for “Jail” Over January 6 Inquiry
Gingrich claimed committee members had broken the law, although he didn't elaborate which laws were actually violated.
FL District Scraps History Lecture Over “Red Flag” Fears of Critical Race Theory
The lecture was set to focus on the history of the civil rights movement, and did not include teachings on CRT.
Sanders Says Arizona Democrats’ Decision to Censure Sinema Was “Exactly Right”
Sanders has been advocating for more Democratic proposals to come to a vote in order to get senators’ views on record.
Leaked Report Suggests Impunity for IDF Soldiers in Killing of Elderly Man
The report summary said that soldiers did not provide medical assistance to Omar Assad, despite the presence of a medic.
Biden Is Considering Deploying Thousands of Troops to Eastern Europe
Progressive analysts warn the deployment of U.S. troops would further inflame tensions -- and risk war with Russia.
REI Retail Workers in Manhattan File to Form Company’s First Union
The company touts its supposed progressive values but has already begun discouraging the union effort.
Trump Calls Jan. 6 Committee’s Request to Speak With Ivanka “Very Unfair”
The Jan. 6 committee's request is voluntary, but could provide important insights into Trump's thinking on that day.
Alaska Tribes Are Fighting Back Against Plans to Open Colossal Gold Mine
Two Alaska Native corporations are working to develop what would be one of the world’s largest gold mines.
Exxon Is Using an Unusual Texas Law to Intimidate Critics of Its Climate Denial
The oil firm claims its history of publicly denying the climate crisis is protected by the first amendment.