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These 5 States Passed Crucial Environmental Ballot Initiatives
Across the country, voters approved spending billions of dollars on climate resilience and conservation.
LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Hotline Saw 700 Percent Spike in Calls After Election Day
LGBTQ+ youth are afraid, confused and anxious about the outcome of the election, The Trevor Project said.
In Multiple States, Voters Firmly Rejected School Voucher Programs
This election, popular sentiment against vouchers largely defeated special interest groups and powerful governors.
With the US Election Over, Israel’s Genocide Continues With No End in Sight
Donald Trump has given every indication that Israel’s atrocities will continue unchecked in his second term.
Trump 2.0 Poses an Even Bigger Threat to Migrants. Here’s How We Fight Back.
Let’s take concrete action to protect the millions of US residents facing the threat of Trump’s deportation crosshairs.
Voters Approved Several Ballot Measures Expanding Funding for Kids and Families
A number of states took steps to address child care shortages and ongoing child behavioral and mental health concerns.
Despite Red Wave, Election Brought Some Victories for Economic Equality
Illinois and Washington both saw victories for progressive tax policy, and three red states passed paid sick leave.
Trump’s Promise of Mass Deportation Sends Stagnant Private Prison Stocks Soaring
“The GEO Group was built for this unique moment ... and the opportunity that it will bring,” said the firm's chair.
As DOJ Unseals Assassination Plot, Fears of Trump’s Aggressive Iran Policy Grow
When reportedly briefed about Iran's alleged plot against him, Trump threatened to bomb the nation “to smithereens.”
The World Saw Me Holding My Niece. Here’s How Israel Took Her From Me.
I’m trying to honor Masa and her family by helping people.