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AOC’s Revolt Against DCCC Is “Exactly What We Need,” Say Progressive Democrats
AOC has announced the launch of a PAC designed to directly challenge the power of the democratic establishment.
Minneapolis Activists Ask Local Leaders to Invest in Communities, Not Cops
Reclaim the Block looks to a future where Minneapolis divests from the police department.
Rise in Anti-Semitism Presents Moment to Be Vigilant Against All Oppression
“CounterSpin” interviews Audrey Sasson, of Jews for Racial and Economic Justice, on anti-Semitism.
Deadly “Super-Pollution Events” Are on the Rise
Cities in basins and valleys are particularly prone to super-pollution events caused by warm days in winter.
A New War Will Not Produce Even Short-Term Economic Benefits
Economics is never a justification for war.
The US Public Doesn’t Want War With Iran. The Senate Must Reaffirm That.
Congress must prevent Trump from escalating with Iran and find a pathway to peace through diplomacy.
Progressives Slam Texas GOP Gov. Greg Abbott’s Decision to Refuse New Refugees
Abbott's decision to reject resettlement of new refugees was enabled by an executive order signed by Trump in September.
Ranked Choice Voting Gains Traction for 2020
Proponents say the system allows for viable third-party candidacies by breaking the hold of the two-party system.
New York City Mayor Asks for Criminal Investigation Into Trump Taxes
Bill de Blasio asked a district attorney to look into discrepancies between city tax filings and loan filings.
In Massachusetts, Minors Need Permission for Abortion, But That Could Change
The “Roe Act” would remove parental consent and establish the right to abortion in Massachusetts state law.