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Service Workers Across South Launch Union After Decades of Unfair Treatment
Low-wage workers in the South face a deeply entrenched history of racially discriminatory labor practices.
SCOTUS Medicaid Case Could Endanger Elderly, Disabled People, Advocates Warn
The case could limit private citizens’ right to sue when Medicaid isn't fairly and safely administered.
Pediatric Emergency Rooms Are at Capacity as COVID, RSV and Flu Collide
In the U.S., the winter respiratory virus season started earlier than usual this year.
Saudi Arabia’s “Green New Agenda” Doesn’t Include Cutting Oil Production
The world’s biggest petroleum exporter is now styling itself as a pioneer of climate change solutions.
Oklahoma’s “Child Abuse” Law Doesn’t Protect Children — It Criminalizes Mothers
Instead of protecting children, an Oklahoma law incarcerates mothers for being victims of violence or poverty.
Chicago Votes in Favor of Removing Police From Mental Health Crisis Response
The response to the referendum was a victory for organizers who have fought to get police out of mental health.
Sanders Seeks Role as Senate Health Chair With “Focus on Universal Health Care”
As chair of the HELP committee, he would focus on Medicare for All, workers’ rights and affordable higher education.
Russia’s Uranium Sales Help Fund Ukraine War, Exiled Environmentalist Says
If the U.S. and Europe continue to pay Putin, that means more people will die in Ukraine, says Vladimir Slivyak.
Musk’s “Hardcore” Twitter Ultimatum Backfires Spectacularly as Hundreds Resign
The resignations are a response to Musk telling workers to commit to “long hours at high intensity” or leave.
Major Corporations and Institutions Are Helping to Build “Cop City” in Atlanta
Police foundations act as a back channel for corporate and wealthy interests by adding to already overinflated budgets.