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Manchin Takes the Teeth Out of Democrats’ Plan for Seniors’ Dental Care
Advocates in West Virginia have called out their senator for opposing adding dental coverage for Medicare recipients.
Recall Campaign Against Socialist Kshama Sawant Is Backed by Billionaires
The socialist city councilor's victories for working people have made her the target of Seattle's corporate forces.
I Survived Death Row, But I’ll Never Escape It
During my 13 years on death row, I saw 12 people executed at the hands of the state. I can’t describe the horror I felt.
Welfare Is So Hard to Get in Utah, Some Feel They Must Join LDS Church for Aid
Some bishops have denied assistance unless a person goes to services or gets baptized.
Supreme Court’s Conservative Justices Indicate They’ll Upend Roe v. Wade
It’s likely that the High Court won't render an official decision on abortion rights until next summer.
Ocasio-Cortez Slams GOP for Silence on Islamophobia Against Ilhan Omar
Bigotry is “made acceptable based on whether there are consequences for it or not,” Ocasio-Cortez said.
Massive Turnout in Favor of Leftists in Honduras Repudiates US-Backed Coup
The Honduran people have overwhelmingly backed Xiomara Castro of the Libre Party after 12 years of National Party rule.
The Jury Selection Process Is Rigged in Favor of White Supremacy
Racial discrimination in cases like the Arbery murder trial reflect the everyday reality of the criminal legal system.
Socialists Secure Massive Victory in Venezuelan Elections
Despite international observers declaring the vote free and fair, the U.S. rejected the results.
Teamsters Elect New President Who Vows to Go After Amazon
O’Brien ran on a campaign of change for the influential union, but some question his slate’s promises for reform.