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Congress Is Full of Rich People. How Can They Represent Us?
If we want policy that favors working people, we must elect more of them to Congress.
CNN Fires Marc Lamont Hill for Daring to Denounce Oppression of Palestinians
In a move decried as an attack on those who advocate for the rights of Palestinians, CNN fired Marc Lamont Hill.
The Past and Present Partisanship of Birthright Citizenship
The 14th Amendment reflects a US grappling with its legacy of slavery while moving toward more expansive liberty.
Trump Tower Trifecta of Bad News
Are the dominoes surrounding Donald Trump’s corruption starting to fall in earnest?
Trump Foundation Tax Return Reveals Finances During Trump’s First Year in Office
The Trump Foundation’s tax returns shine some light on Trump's finances but they still remain a mystery.
We Need to End the Yemen War Now – Not in January
There must be a sustained ceasefire right now in order to get the resources into Yemen to stop the famine.
The Dangerous, Low-Paid World of Nail Salons
Regulation of salon chemicals and workplace practices is scarce, and many workers fear speaking out.
G20 Host Argentina Considers a Probe of Saudi Crown Prince
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman could face prosecution in Argentina.
The Senate’s Yemen Vote Is a Historic First
It's the first time the Senate has voted to advance a bill to pull out of an unauthorized war using the War Powers Act.
Trump’s Fans Loved the Tear-Gas Assault at the Border
This week's violence against migrants is an example of how violence and cruelty are normalized as a type of spectacle.