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Sinema Says Filibuster Should Be Expanded to Make It Harder to Confirm Judges
At an event with Sen. Mitch McConnell, the Arizona senator dug in on her commitment to the filibuster.
80 Percent of US Voters Want Government to Enact Paid Family and Medical Leave
The U.S. is one of only seven countries in the world without federally guaranteed paid family and medical leave.
Water Access Has Returned to Jackson, But a Long-Term Health Crisis Remains
“The water is a window into that neglect that many people have experienced for much of their lives,” said one historian.
Sanders to Democrats: If You Support Progressive Policies, “You Win Elections”
“If Democrats are going to do well in 2022, in my view, they’ve got to stand up very firmly for working families.”
Medication Abortion Is Not Enough to Solve the Abortion Access Crisis
The intense focus on medication abortion post-"Roe" risks leaving behind people for whom it isn’t a feasible option.
Texas Banned More Books Than Any Other State Last Year, Analysis Finds
The books that were banned frequently included themes or characters focused on marginalized communities.
Poll Finds Trump’s Approval Is Declining — While Biden’s Is on the Rise
Trump’s approval appears to have taken a hit in the wake of revelations that he kept classified documents at Mar-a-Lago.
Public Opinion Is Shifting in Favor of Abortion Rights. Will It Affect Policy?
Backlash to 15-week ban suggests people are becoming less tolerant of laws prohibiting second-trimester abortions.
Black Voters Are Fighting Racial Gerrymandering in Louisiana
At every turn, a new tactic has been introduced to abridge some voters’ ability to participate in democracy.
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans Back Legislation to Protect Marriage Equality
Senate negotiators are confident the Respect for Marriage Act will pass later this month.