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Right-Wing Democrats Tout Wealthy Tax Cut While Waffling on Reconciliation Vote
On Thursday, House Democrats modified a tax proposal to give wealthy taxpayers more leeway.
Right-Wingers Demand “Right” to Choose — But Only for Vaccines, Not Abortion
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh says the vaccine rule isn't a mandate, as workers can choose to get vaccinated or tested.
Biden Promised to Decriminalize Marijuana. He Shouldn’t Wait for Congress.
Biden is under pressure to fulfill a campaign promise to decriminalize marijuana and expunge convictions.
Drop in Unemployment Rate Larger Than Expected in Solid Jobs Report
Strong wage growth has also continued, especially for low-paid workers.
Barbados Prime Minister: 2 Degrees of Warming Is “Death Sentence” for Millions
Prime Minister Mia Mottley implored global leaders to act in the interest of all the world's people.
Study Warns “Luxury” Pollution by the Mega-Rich Is Imperiling the Planet
Emissions from a single billionaire’s space flight exceed the emissions that others cause through their entire lives.
Progressives Tell Biden: If You Want to Be Popular, Confront Corporate Greed
“America is in a populist moment,” wrote one progressive. “If Democrats won’t harness that then the right wing will.”
Months-Long Delays and Mysterious Rejections Plague Rapid COVID Testing in US
A combination of overzealous regulation and anemic government support have kept at-home tests pricey and hard to find.
US Military Interests Are Promoting a Culture of Fear With China
Prospects for a new Cold War could ultimately subside due to increased focus on the climate emergency and COVID.
With Only 23 Percent of Rental Aid Distributed, Warren and Bush Demand Answers
Less than a quarter of the $46.5 billion has been distributed since Congress authorized the funds last December.