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Human Rights
The Historical Roots of Contemporary Violence Against Pregnant Black Women
There is a long history of violence enacted on the bodies of pregnant Black women, but they have always fought back.
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Meet the Citizens Who Helped Decide Their City’s Budget — and Got Better Bus Stops
Participatory budgeting, or PB for short, is the idea that putting some of the power of the purse directly in the hands of citizens can pay powerful dividends.
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Immigrant Detention Centers Are Not Day Cares
A company running an immigrant detention facility attempted to obtain a child care license. It has been blocked — for now.
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Toppling the Status Quo
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Hillary Clinton: The Neocon in Democrat’s Clothing
Chances are, the next Republican president will be a woman, and yes, her name will be Hillary Clinton.
Yanis Varoufakis on Privatization, Human Rights and Capitalism
Yanis Varoufakis discusses privatization, human rights, the media and his experience with the EU and capitalism's ability to reform.
“Civil Disobedience Is Survival”: Ireri Carrasco Sues Obama Administration for Denying Her DACA
In Chicago, a migrant justice activist is suing the Department of Homeland Security for refusing to renew her DACA protection.
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Software Used to Predict Criminality Is Biased Against Black People
Sade Jones, who had never been arrested before, was rated a medium risk.
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New Law Could Force States to Let People With Disabilities Live Independent Lives
The Disability Integration Act would mandate that states prioritize accessible, community living for people with disabilities.
Will Canada Recognize Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Poor Countries?
It's not clear whether the rights of Indigenous people harmed by Canadian mining companies will be included.