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Puerto Ricans Unite Against Rosselló — and More Than a Decade of Cultural Trauma
The protests were also responding to extreme hardships following Hurricane Maria and the recession that began in 2006.
Rejecting Politics of Fear, Marginalized Puerto Ricans Led the Uprising
Marginalized Puerto Ricans created a new visual language of protest to demand systemic change.
Corporate Media’s Superficial Coverage Created “Fascist Frankenstein Trump”
Cornel West and Dolores Huerta discuss the media coverage of Trump and the structure of the Democratic debate.
States Are Thwarting Cities’ Attempts to Govern Themselves
Blocking local democracy for the benefit of corporations has become common practice for state lawmakers.
Trump Adviser Tom Barrack Pushed for Saudi Nuclear Deal — for Profit
Federal prosecutors are investigating foreign influence.
Puerto Rican Protests Continue Amid Political Uncertainty
Protests are continuing in Puerto Rico days after mass demonstrations forced Gov. Ricardo Rosselló to step down.
Trump’s Intelligence Director Nominee Is a Defense Industry Favorite
Since he first ran for office, Rep. John Ratcliffe has raised $110,500 from the defense sector.
It’s Past Time for the United States to Get Out of Puerto Rico’s Way
The U.S. government must take accountability for its role in molding current conditions in Puerto Rico.
Wealthy Candidates Pay Their Own Way, But It’s Not an Easy Path to Victory
In Senate races, 21 candidates have already spent at least $10,000 of their own money on their campaigns.
Pressure on Pelosi Grows as More Than 100 House Democrats Back Trump Impeachment
Pelosi has thus far resisted pressure from the grassroots, her caucus and her leadership team to launch an inquiry.