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Tens of Thousands Sign Petition Calling for Ron DeSantis to Be Recalled
The petition cites DeSantis's failures on handling the coronavirus pandemic and unemployment disbursement in Florida.
Threat of Extradition for Assange Grows Following British High Court Ruling
The U.S. will be allowed to make “assurances” that Assange would not be held in oppressive prison conditions.
Bernie Sanders, Barbara Lee Call for Opening US to Refugees From Afghanistan
Progressives argue that the U.S. has a responsibility toward "refugees fleeing the consequences of our actions.”
As Taliban Takes Control, What Comes Next for Afghanistan?
Journalist Ahmed Rashid discusses the history of the Taliban and its current standing in the international community.
Chomsky and Pollin: We Can’t Rely on Private Sector for Necessary Climate Action
Private businesses will not move beyond greenwashing unless they are forced to by stringent government regulations.
Jayapal Slams Conservative Democrats Over Threats to Reconciliation Bill
Rep. Pramila Jayapal said that there's nothing “moderate” about tanking Medicare expansion and climate action.
Biden Admin Announces Largest Increase to Food Stamps in Program History
The average recipient in the program will see their benefits go up by about $36 per month.
Earthquake Leaves Over a Thousand Dead in Haiti as Powerful Storm Approaches
Tropical Storm Grace could hamper rescue and recovery efforts in the coming days.
The UK Is Exceeding US Climate Action — But That’s Not Saying Much
While the U.K. debates how to tackle the climate crisis, the U.S. still debates the basic reality of climate change.
Trump’s Tax Cut Helped 82 Ultrawealthy Households Save More Than $1 Billion
The millions spent on campaign donations and lobbying for the cuts are minuscule compared with the savings of the rich.