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Impending Chicago Teachers’ Strike Adds Power to Nationwide Movements Against Inequality and Racism
As Chicago protests continue, the teachers union has an opportunity to make powerful demands for racial and economic justice.
Koch Self-Interest in Criminal Justice Reform, Exposed
Over at least the past five years, the Kochs and Koch-backed groups have been pushing to increase the “intent” standard for criminal violations.
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Millions of Students Attend Schools in “Potential Impact Zones” for Oil Train Disasters
Every week, barrels upon barrels of volatile crude oil crisscross Chicago by rail, endangering tens of thousands of schoolkids.
The Continuing Fight Over Fannie and Freddie, and the Real Problem of US Mortgages
The big financial firms are moving their game pieces into place so they can take up the fight again after the 2016 elections.
A Green and Dirty Gift
The GOP-led Congress rushed to help the Obama administration meet US commitments under the Paris climate deal.
Tyson Foods’ Secret Recipe for Carving Up Workers’ Comp
Over the past 25 years, the giant meatpacking company has taken a lead in pushing for changes in workers' comp in state after state.
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The Distorting of History: What Donald Trump and ISIS Have in Common
Those who support ISIS display a disturbing lack of historical perspective. So do those who support Donald Trump.
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The Paris Agreement: 1.5°C to Stay Alive
For too long, like Nero, world leaders have been fiddling while the planet burns.
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“Jesus?“
Did the US Cover Up Navy SEALs’ Beating Death of Afghan Detainee and Pattern of Extreme Abuse?
Four US soldiers working with the SEALs at the outpost reported that they witnessed the abuse.