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Campaigns to Defund Police Have Seen Major Wins — and They’re Not Stopping
George Floyd was murdered by police one year ago today. “Defund the police” is digging in and growing roots.
We Must Commit Ourselves to Long-Term Solidarity With Palestinian Liberation
Forging solidarity means equipping ourselves for the battle of narratives that is crucial to the Palestinian struggle.
Over 500 Former Biden, DNC Staffers Urge Protection for Palestinians in Letter
The letter writers say that the president must condemn Israel for the “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians.
Outrage Over Israel’s Human Rights Violations Is Fueling the Global BDS Movement
As Israeli police threaten Palestinians with mass arrests, the push for boycotts, divestment and sanctions gains power.
Republicans Are Against Science, Elections, Democracy, Journalism — and You
The GOP's push against the January 6 commission bill is horrifying, but it's not surprising.
Biden Removes Student Loan Forgiveness From Budget Proposal
Biden previously supported canceling up to $10,000 of student debt but has postponed action on the proposal for months.
Restaurant Workers Say They Won’t Return to Work Without a Living Wage
Food service workers have called a national wage strike this week to draw attention to the industry’s poverty wages.
Israel Arrests Hundreds and Continues Colonial Violence in Occupied Palestine
Palestinian organizer Mohammed El-Kurd says Israeli aggression against Palestinians has continued despite the ceasefire.
New Texas Bill Reduces Polling Locations in Blue and Nonwhite Districts
The bill would increase polling places in many Republican-represented districts while cutting them in Democratic areas.
Enbridge Line 5 Pipeline Battle Heats Up in Michigan
Enbridge has ignored orders by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to cease the flow of oil to Line 5.