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White Journalists’ Use of the N-Word Is an Intolerable Assault on Black Freedom
Two white journalists have stirred debate over their use of the n-word. Historian Elizabeth Pryor offers her analysis.
Biden’s Syria Airstrike Prompts Demands for Answers From Social Media, Lawmakers
Armed conflicts ethicist Adil Haque described the airstrike as “almost certainly” in violation of international law.
The $15 Minimum Wage Isn’t Dead. Here’s How Democrats Can Still Get It Done.
When the Senate parliamentarian ruled against GOP tax cuts in 2001, Republicans fired him and passed the cuts anyway.
Rep. Mary Miller’s Husband Owns Three Percenters Truck Seen at Capitol Breach
Rep. Mary Miller is infamous for quoting Hitler at a Trump rally on January 5.
The National Security State Doesn’t Protect Us. Let’s Redefine Security for All.
Living under COVID for the past year has driven home the reality that militarization doesn’t buy security.
Sanders Blasts Parliamentarian’s Ruling Dropping Wage Hike From COVID Bill
Sanders lambasted Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough’s decision that the wage raise was against the rules.
Ex-Undercover Officer Admits Role in FBI and NYPD Conspiracy Targeting Malcolm X
The FBI and NYPD face renewed calls to open their records into the assassination of Malcolm X.
Progressives to VP Kamala Harris: “Use Your Power. Keep $15 in.”
The Senate parliamentarian's opinion on the minimum wage hike is not binding, and Harris has the authority to ignore it.
Instead of Fueling Cold War With China, Biden Should Collaborate on Climate
An antagonistic stance toward China could prove a significant impediment to tackling climate change.
Black Families Have a Major Stake in the Postal Service’s Future
USPS has long been a major source of good middle-class jobs for Black workers.