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Biden’s Border “Wall” Could Involve Robotic Dogs, Autonomous Surveillance
The threat of border wall expansion continues under the Biden administration amid a rash of public-private partnerships.
Trump’s Influence Was on Display in Ohio Primaries as JD Vance Cleaned Up
While Vance's ring kissing paid off, his modest numbers are hardly indicative of an unstoppable tidal wave of support.
It’s Time to Challenge the Corporate University
Both public and private universities have been gradually moving toward market-driven models, creating a “gilded age.”
Canceling Student Debt Is Morally Right. It’s Also Good Politics for Democrats.
Anything less than universal student debt cancellation would be a mistake.
Abortion Would Be Immediately Prohibited in 24 States If SCOTUS Overturns “Roe”
A recent study estimated that a total abortion ban would lead to a 21 percent increase in pregnancy-related deaths.
Public Universities Need More Democracy, Not More Administrators
A pervasive culture of self-dealing, secrecy and mismanagement reflects a systemic failure in higher education.
Their Medical Bills Were Getting Too High in US, So They Went to Mexico for Care
Millions of U.S. citizens cross the Southern border each year to flee expensive care, even with health insurance.
Supreme Court Seems Torn on Whether Biden Can End Trump’s Inhumane Asylum Policy
The “Remain in Mexico” policy imperils asylum seekers who become victims of predatory violence.
On May Day, Let’s Link the Rising Labor Revolts to Community Struggles
Starbucks and Amazon workers have given us hope. Let’s be optimistic in our organizing and link our struggles together.
Biden Faces Mounting Pressure to Commit to Substantial Student Debt Cancellation
Executive action to cancel $50,000 in student loan debt would increase Black wealth by 40 percent.