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Starbucks Fires Seven Union Organizers in Memphis, Sparking Outrage
The union has filed a complaint with the labor board saying that the move is illegal.
Early Draft of RNC Censure Described Capitol Attack as “Nonviolent” and “Legal”
The language in the final version of the censure document called the Capitol attack “legitimate political discourse.”
Workers at Largest GM Plant in Mexico Win Historic Independent Union Vote
This is a break from corrupt unions tied to elites who cut deals with corporations to keep wages and benefits low.
Soaring Methane Levels Has Scientists Concerned Climate Feedback Loop Is Here
Atmospheric methane levels are currently higher than at any point in the last 800,000 years.
Will Biden Declare a “No First Use” Approach to Nuclear Weapons?
In 2017, Joe Biden warned against the preemptive use of nuclear weapons but has yet to adopt that policy as president.
Echoing Antiwar Activists, Sanders Warns Against Sanctions and War on Russia
“I am extremely concerned when I hear the familiar drumbeats in Washington,” Bernie Sanders said.
Amir Locke Murder Shows “Reforming the Police” Isn’t Enough, Activists Say
Reforms did not prevent a Minneapolis SWAT team from killing Amir Locke during a no-knock raid last week.
Ohio Supreme Court Rejects Republican-Drawn Congressional Maps — Again
The new maps gave Democrats slightly more seats, but by “very slim margins,” the court decision said.
Israeli Policies Satisfy the Definition of Apartheid Under International Law
Amnesty International is not alone. B’Tselem, Human Rights Watch and the UN also agree about Israeli apartheid.
Manchin Says He’s Skeptical of Congressional Workers’ Union Drive
Manchin said that staffers are “working for tax dollars” – and that, like him, they are there to serve the people.