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Our Fight Against Trumpism Must Center Respect for Human Dignity
We must do this work collectively in organized ways, but we can also do it individually in small ways.
Biden Is About to Hand Over a Vast and Unconstitutional DNA Database to Trump
Every person’s privacy, security and civil rights are implicated by this program.
Washington Post Cartoonist Quits After Paper Censors Criticism of Owner Bezos
“I’ve never had a cartoon killed because of who or what I chose to aim my pen at,” cartoonist Ann Telnaes said.
Deadly US Policies in Latin America Epitomize Jimmy Carter’s Mixed Legacy
Carter moved to limit aid to some right-wing dictatorships while supporting others, especially in Central America.
New Federal Rule Will Erase All Americans’ Medical Debt From Credit Reports
The rule may still face challenges, from credit reporting agencies and debt collectors, as well as from Trump.
Mass Incarceration Traps More Than 180K Veterans in Military-to-Prison Pipeline
They can also be denied services and benefits -- or opportunities for citizenship -- promised by military recruiters.
Big Agriculture Is Leading Us Into the Bird Flu Abyss
The federal government's deference to agriculture industry interests has put the US at risk of a public health crisis.
American Historical Association Overwhelmingly Condemns Scholasticide in Gaza
A resolution calls for a permanent ceasefire and to form a committee to help rebuild Gaza’s educational infrastructure.
Elon Musk’s Influence Signifies a “New Era” in US Politics, Scholar Says
Professor Quinn Slobodian discusses Musk’s admiration of authoritarian strongmen, white supremacist rhetoric, and more.
Doctors Against Genocide Hold Global Sick-Out to Highlight Atrocities in Gaza
“We are sick from genocide, sick from complicity, and sick from silence,” says a statement by Doctors Against Genocide.