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Trump Commands Followers to “Lay Down Their Lives” to Stop Critical Race Theory
Trump's incendiary rhetoric was reminiscent of his speech to his loyalists prior to the 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Anti-Black Racism Is Global. So Must Be the Movement to End It.
With the treatment of Black refugees in Ukraine, we witnessed in real time how Black lives do not matter globally.
Brent Renaud, First US Reporter Killed in Ukraine, Exposed Horrors of War
Renaud, who often reported from conflict zones, brought a “rare humanity and patience to the work.”
Mass Antiwar Protests Sweep Europe as Russia’s Invasion Continues
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets in Russia, Ukraine, Spain, Germany, the U.K., Poland, and more.
Russian and US Oligarchs Funnel Money to Charity for Personal and Political Gain
Wealthy donors use many loopholes in our charitable system to reap personal financial gain or to shape public policy.
Mailed Ballots Boosted 2020’s Voter Turnout — Will It Work in 2022?
New research on the 2020 election confirms that mailed-out ballots boost turnout.
Arms Shipments to Ukraine Are “Legitimate Targets,” Russia Warns US
The remarks from a top Russian diplomat have heightened fears of a confrontation between the nuclear-armed powers.
I’m Facing 60 Months in Prison. Cannabis Prohibition Has Destroyed My Life.
Despite his campaign promises, President Joe Biden has pardoned two turkeys -- and no people.
Western US’s Worst Drought in 1,200 Years Brings Year-Long Fire Season
The faster we get “firewise,” the less destruction our fires will bring.
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is Predicted to Worsen Existing Famines
Russia and Ukraine are major food exporters. This war threatens to drive millions more into food insecurity globally.