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As Tax Credit Expires, “Huge Increase” in Child Poverty Feared Amid Omicron Wave
The program's expiration cuts off a key lifeline at what anti-poverty activists see as the worst possible moment.
Neoliberal Era Was Rich in Revolutionary Lessons. Movements Must Learn Them.
Left movements will succeed only if they overcome the barriers faced by past struggles, writes Colin Barker.
GOP’s 2022 Candidates Could Push the Party Even Further Into Extremism
The next wave of Republican freshmen could be the most anti-democracy yet.
Hawaii’s Water Protectors Lead Movement to Close Navy Fuel Site After Leak
After a major leak contaminated O’ahu’s water supply, water protectors are finding new allies among military families.
Winter Wildfire Fueled by Climate Crisis Destroys 1,000 Homes in Colorado
The fire comes after a year of drought across the western U.S. and an unusually warm December.
“Tax the Rich:” 10 Billionaires Added $402 Billion to Their Fortunes in 2021
Amid a public health emergency and economic crisis, billionaires saw staggering growth in their wealth.
Radioactive Contamination Is Seeping Into Drinking Water Around the US
Mining, fracking and other activities are increasing the levels of harmful isotopes in water supplies.
700,000 US Teens Navigate School Without Family Support or Permanent Housing
About 700,000 of the nation’s 4.2 million homeless youth are living on their own, unaccompanied by a parent or guardian.
Nuclear Power Doesn’t Belong in the Green New Deal
Countries choosing to keep nuclear power are less effective at meeting carbon reduction goals.
Twitter Boots Marjorie Taylor Greene From Platform for COVID Misinformation
The decision comes nearly one year after former President Donald Trump was banned from the platform.