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The Rise of Shadow Parties
Republicans and Democrats have found a new way to set up super PACs and rake in dark money.
New Green Strategy: Change the Electorate, Not the Election
It turns out that many people who care about the environment never vote. One organization is working to change that.
Immigrant Children Still Being Drugged at Shelter Despite Judge’s Order
A federal judge told the government to stop nonconsensually medicating immigrant children held at a Texas shelter.
Responding to Anti-Semitic Violence With Solidarity’s Sacred Power
Moments such as these must remind all targeted minorities that we are always stronger when we resist together.
The #MeToo Movement’s Roots in Women Workers’ Rights
An unsung shero of the early 20th century, Rose Schneiderman organized women to fight harassment and assault at work.
More Than 3.6 Million US Children Don’t Have Affordable Health Care
Each time our system denies health care coverage to a child, we strike down hopes for that child's future.
How Can You Talk to Kids About Factory Farming? These Books Can Help.
Two children’s books inspire conversations about where our food comes from by drawing on our compassion.
Reports of Voter Intimidation at Polling Places in Texas
An election official in Dallas County says it’s the worst she’s seen in decades.
“The US Immigration System Is Inherently Abusive, Violent and Racist”
Detention is inhumane regardless of who sits in the White House.
A Broad New Coalition Is Rising to Block Brazil’s Far Right From the Presidency
The polarization occurring around the globe is visible in Brazil’s elections this year.