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The Federal Reserve Board: The Best Weapon Against Discrimination?
A high-employment economy is an effective way to reduce racial discrimination in the labor market.
Tenants March to Stop Giveaways to Wall Street Landlords
Republicans are proposing severe cuts to low-income housing assistance, while continuing to subsidize private equity housing profiteers.
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Utah’s Ag Gag Law Is Declared Unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled Utah's law making it illegal to film what happens at farms and slaughterhouses unconstitutional.
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Maya Q’eqchi’ Demand Justice for Fisherman Killed During Police Crackdown on Mining Protest in Guatemala
Community leaders and others fighting for land rights and justice in the region have faced threats, intimidation and attacks.
Workers Shine a Spotlight on Employer Abuses in Music City
Hotel workers and supporters took to the streets June 20 to make visible the conditions facing low-wage workers Nashville.
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What Does Jihad Mean? In US Political Discourse, It Doesn’t Really Matter
Within the racialized politics of empire, it makes no difference how often and how clearly you define what jihad means.
Exclusive Interview: Mumia Abu-Jamal Speaks About Black Lives Matter and Police Violence
We need a deeper, refined analysis for a clear vision of the inherent repression of Black life, says Mumia Abu-Jamal.
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As the US Threatened North Korea, 122 Countries Voted to Ban Nuclear Weapons
When it comes to the US and North Korea, it is time for diplomatic overtures to replace threats.
Worried Sick About Prescription Costs
Drug corporations are bleeding Americans dry, and the proposed health care repeal will make things worse.
Did the Detroit Mayor’s Office Suppress Damaging Water Shutoffs Study?
Shutting off water to low-income residents because of their inability to pay city bills has sparked a growing public health crisis.