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To Stop the Next War Before It Starts, We Need to Confront Militarism Itself
We didn’t invade Iran, but the war machine rages on. To stop it, we need a strong and sustained antiwar movement.
Voter Suppression Could Reach New Heights in 2020 — Unless We Push Back
With the 2020 election under way, activists are beginning to push back against voter disenfranchisement across the U.S.
Republicans Have Weakened Congress in Order to Protect Trump
Trump shows that wealth doesn’t just bring power -- it also enables malfeasance.
Women Fight for Dignity and Survival in the Trump-Putin Era
In this era of assault on their rights, women are finding new ways to empower themselves.
Trump Administration Reintroduces Catastrophic Reagan-Era Disability Cuts
Trump’s proposal is expected to cost about as much to administer as it will save by denying benefits to disabled people.
Insurers Should Support People, Not the Fossil Fuel Industry
We paid for hundreds of thousands in coverage and are legally owed, but our insurer refuses to pay us.
The Senate Has Spoken: US Presidents Can Abuse Power Without Consequence
Trump’s acquittal has terrifying implications for U.S. democracy.
Trump Turned the SOTU Into MAGA Reality TV, With Limbaugh as a Guest Star
Trump's State of the Union speech featured reality-show stunts, racism and pompous, empty rhetoric.
Comparing Trump to ISIS Bolsters Islamophobia and Obscures Colonial Violence
Trump's cultural chauvinism is rooted in colonial logic -- not inspired by ISIS.
Iowa Should Be a Warning — It’s Time to Switch to Paper Ballots
Countless precincts are still opting for far more expensive electronic ballot-marking devices that can be hacked.