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As Governments Push Us “Back to Normal,” Don’t Forget About Prison Conditions
In a nation with the world’s largest prison population, decarceration must be our goal.
January 6 Hearings Remind Us of the Lives Threatened by “Big Lie” Proponents
As attention is heaped on Republicans who spoke against Trump, the most impactful testimony was given by poll workers.
Extraditing Assange Would Be a “Legalized” Rendition to US Torture
A pantomime of “justice” and “rule of law” cloaks the persecution of Julian Assange for exposing U.S. war crimes.
Trumpist Election Denier Could Beat Democrat in Nevada Race If Turnout Is Low
The race between Adam Laxalt and Catherine Cortez Masto could determine which party controls the Senate next year.
Mayor Eric Adams Is Siphoning Funds From Public Schools to Fortify NYPD
Adams's plan lowers education department funding by nearly $1 billion, while raising the NYPD budget to $11.1 billion.
Don’t Let Corporations Profit From Our Inflation Pain
Corporations are blaming rising prices on elected officials and worker organizing even as they rake in record profits.
FEMA Isn’t Only Solution to Climate Disaster. Government Must Fund Mutual Aid.
As wildfire and hurricane season approaches, we must demand solutions that empower communities to rebuild with dignity.
Federal Reserve Puts Burden of Curbing Inflation on Global Working Class
The Fed's plan to raise interest rates could increase unemployment and set the stage for lowering wages.
Juneteenth Reminds Us “In Between” Moments Are as Important as Uprisings
Much of the most vital organizing work is done in between the protests, uprisings and rebellions.
All I Want for Father’s Day Is a World in Which Trans Kids Can Survive
As a nonbinary dad, my fatherhood is bound up with my effort to make the world a safe and affirming place for all kids.