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These 18 Senate Democrats Just Voted to Hand Trump Mass Spying Powers
Civil liberties groups were quick to condemn every senator who cast a vote in favor of the legislation.
Focusing on Trump’s Mental Health Deflects Attention From His Politics
A look at the portrayal of Donald Trump's presidency in both mainstream and independent publications.
How to Get New Activists to Stay Engaged for the Long Haul
People need to feel part of a community that is making change in order to stay engaged.
How to Achieve Zero Emissions, Even if the Federal Government Won’t Help
States can create thousands of new jobs in clean energy.
The Electoral Justice Project Is Seeking Black Liberation and Political Transformation
It will be the biggest Black political renaissance.
The Unexpected Significance of a “Shithole” Comment
Polls show Trump's numbers are dropping.
Facebook’s Algorithm Change: Maintaining the Flow of Information in Dangerous Times
Dodge the corporate filters with more direct dialogue.
When Sexual Assault Survivors Speak Out, Their Institutions Often Betray Them
If institutions want to do the hard work, they can help victims and prevent violence in the first place.
Sessions Doubles Down in the War on Weed
The attorney general's plan to go after states that have decriminalized marijuana.
Carrier Plant Workers Are Livid After Facing Layoffs Despite Trump’s Promises
The last round of layoffs mean 250 workers will clock in in for their final shifts today despite Trump's pledges.