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Observers Look to Upcoming Texas Election as Marker of Trump’s Influence on GOP
A special election in Texas’ 6th Congressional District on Saturday could test Trump's influence on elections.
Arizona Is on the Verge of Adopting Voter Suppression Laws
The legislation, fueled by lies about nonexistent voter fraud, will make it harder for people to vote.
No, Joe Manchin, Eliminating the Filibuster Won’t Lead to “Serious Problems”
Giving the minority party veto power over widely supported legislation is undemocratic.
Drug Raids Killed Andrew Brown Jr., Breonna Taylor. Advocates Say: Enough.
Decriminalizing some drugs isn't enough, say activists. We must also rethink racist policing of people selling drugs.
Could DeJoy Lose His Job? 3 Biden USPS Board Nominees to Get Full Senate Vote
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted Wednesday to advance the nominees for a full vote.
Biden’s Labor Secretary Says He Supports Classifying Gig Workers as Employees
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh's stance could lead to significant changes in the way gig workers are treated.
Hawaii Poised to Become First State to Declare Climate Emergency
While nonbinding in its scope, the measure is “a recognition of symbolic importance” on the issue, one activist said.
GOP Rebuttal to Biden’s Speech Flopped Because Progressive Policies Are Popular
Sen. Tim Scott’s speech reflected the smallness of the political imagination of the party he represents.
Progressives Introduce Huge Climate Bill That Rivals Biden Infrastructure Plan
The bill would create over 15 million jobs a year and confront environmental racism.
Lifting IP Restrictions Could Help the World Vaccinate 60% of Population by 2022
Calls grow for wealthy countries to loosen intellectual property restrictions on COVID vaccines and share excess supply.