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Average Life Expectancy in the US Has Declined for a Second Year — and Trump Is Not Responding to the Crisis
Statistics show that Americans are dying in greater numbers from drugs, alcohol and suicides.
Iran’s Protests Take Place Against a Backdrop of Inequality
Regardless of the future of the demonstrations, the government must deal with long-standing economic tension.
“Victory for Democracy” as Court Rules Against North Carolina Gerrymandering
This is the first time a federal court has struck down a redistricting plan.
The Labor Movement Is Fighting Back Against Trump’s Efforts to Remove Immigrant Protections
If Congress doesn't act, they will pay in coming elections.
“It’s a Nightmare for Us”: Up to 250,000 Salvadorans Face Deportation After Trump Decision
the Trump administration announced it is ending the temporary protected status.
Rev. Barber and Ex-Page to Segregationist Strom Thurmond Unite to Launch New Poor People’s Campaign
Modern day civil rights leaders have launched a new Poor People's Campaign.
Henry A. Giroux | Challenging Trump’s Language of Fascism
There is no democracy without informed citizens.
Net Neutrality Bill Gains Enough Support to Force Floor Vote, but 17 Senate Democrats Still Uncommitted
“Supporting net neutrality should be a no-brainer for members of Congress.”
Hopes for 2018 by Movement Leaders Around the Globe
Nine organizers share their hopes for the new year.
Watch Oprah Winfrey’s Powerful Lifetime Achievement Award Acceptance Speech at Golden Globes
Oprah's speech fueled a wave of speculation about a possible 2020 bid by the actress.