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Activists Push for Charges to Be Dropped Against Demonstrators for Black Lives
At least 363 protesters still face federal charges.
Biden Infrastructure Plan Is a Step Toward Equity and Countering Climate Crisis
Robert Pollin explains how Biden's plan takes step toward sustainability while creating a somewhat fairer tax system.
Pharma-Backed Dark Money Group Attacks House Democrats’ Lower Drug Pricing Plan
The American Action Network is pouring millions into a TV, digital advertising and phone campaign attacking H.R. 3.
Trump Officials Used Secret Terrorism Unit to Question Lawyers at Border
Trump officials cited conspiracies about antifa to justify interrogating immigration lawyers.
COVID Has Catalyzed a Wave of Tenant Organizing That Was Long Overdue
A growing tenants’ rights movement in the U.S. encourages tenants to form unions to collectively bargain with landlords.
Deal Reached on 9/11-Style Commission for January 6 — But Roadblocks Remain
To avoid a filibuster, the agreement to create the commission will need the support of at least 10 GOP senators.
Rashida Tlaib Condemns Israeli Apartheid, Saying “It Must End”
The lawmakers sharply criticized U.S. lawmakers for sending aid to Israel, which oppresses and kills Palestinians.
Israel Isn’t Entitled to “Self-Defense” Against the People Under Its Occupation
Biden is claiming that Israel’s war crimes against Palestinian civilians are justified in the name of “self-defense.”
Pelosi Says Masks to Remain, Since Most GOP Lawmakers Aren’t Vaccinated
Only 44.8 percent of Republicans in the House of Representatives are fully vaccinated, new numbers show.
California Trial of Universal Basic Income Inspires More Cities to Follow Suit
More and more municipalities are showing interest in reimagining how to ensure economic stability for their residents.