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Warren’s Plan to Abolish Student Debt Came From Grassroots Pressure
Warren’s student debt cancellation proposal taps into the movement that gained momentum during Occupy Wall Street.
Without Impeachment, We’re Lowering Standards for All Future Presidents
Many thought a man like Trump could never become president. The fact that he did means someone worse could follow.
Supreme Court Set to OK Census Citizenship Question
Activists fear adding the question will deter immigrants from participating in the census, leading to vast undercounts.
Being in Prison Should Not Take Away Your Right to Vote, Says Sanders
Sanders said at a town hall Monday that he believed in restoring voting rights for prisoners.
Right-Wing Legislator Offered to Help Enact Violence Against Constituents
The legislator, who is ALEC’s Washington chair, discussed violent tactics with a far-right talk show host.
Right-Wing Border Militias Are the Troops of Trump’s Authoritarian Regime
The milita's “commander” was arrested last Saturday by the FBI on federal firearms charges.
Trump Reportedly Considered Detaining Kids at Guantánamo
Advocacy groups that have long called for the closure of Guantánamo called the proposal “beyond appalling.”
Critics Say State “Hijacked” Isle de Jean Charles Tribe’s Resettlement Plan
Isle de Jean Charles continues to lose land at an alarming rate as Louisiana takes away important relocation funds.
New Report Shows How World Bank Enables Corporate Land Grabs
A new report underscores the need for public institutions focused on regenerative development, not agribusiness.
Why Federal Student Aid Should Be Restored for People in Prison
Here are four reasons to support the reinstatement of the Pell Grant for incarcerated people.