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The Staggering Nihilism of the GOP’s Climate Policy Was on Display This Week
The Republican Party platform unveiled this week says -- in all caps, of course -- that “We will DRILL, BABY, DRILL.”
Vice President Harris Tries to Rescue Campaign as Donors Drop Biden
Democrats are reportedly experiencing a campaign finance crisis, losing tens to hundreds of millions in pledged funds.
The 2024 Presidential Election May Slow Plans to Replace Lead Pipes
Debate over the EPA’s latest plan to minimize the risk of drinking lead-contaminated water is reaching a tipping point.
Rights Group Urges DOJ to Investigate Netanyahu for Genocide
The Center for Constitutional Rights called for the probe ahead of Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, DC next week.
Project 2025 Links a Revolving Door of Players and Far Right Political Funding
Such cross-pollination isn’t just commonplace in political circles; it’s become a regular occurrence among hate groups.
Land Defenders Shut Down a Toxic Mine. Now Its Corporate Backers Want Damages.
A Canadian firm is demanding $200 million in damages from Mexico following the cancellation of its mining concessions.
Once Enemies, Trumpists and Mainstream Conservatives Are Now Chillingly United
The Heritage Foundation’s president announced in January that the foundation’s role is “institutionalizing Trumpism.”
ICJ Tells Israel to End Occupation of Palestinian Territories, Pay Reparations
In an advisory opinion, the International Court of Justice reaffirmed the Palestinian right to self-determination.
Republicans Extra Confident That Trump Will Win After RNC — But Should They Be?
Although a small bump in the polls for the GOP is expected, the convention is unlikely to move the needle for US voters.
Public Health Authorities Raise Alarm as Poliovirus Is Found in Gaza Sewage
Combating any infectious diseases will present challenges for Gaza's largely destroyed health care system.