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“Poverty Is Violence!” Thousands March on DC to Demand Economic Justice
“Poverty is a policy choice and we will hold our leaders accountable,” said Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis.
Former Liberal Congressman Is Now a Top Lobbyist Defending a Tax Scam
A tax scheme that benefits the wealthy is protected by lobbyists — including former “liberal lion” Henry Waxman.
Tomorrow’s March on Washington Will Target Poverty, Voter Suppression, Climate
The Poor People's Campaign will lead a march to demand the government address key issues facing low-income communities.
Progressive Economists Say Interest Rate Hikes Are Wrong Approach to Inflation
The Federal Reserve's recent moves risk causing a recession and imposing more pain on vulnerable workers, critics warn.
Starbucks Threatens to End Trans-Inclusive Health Benefits If Stores Unionize
The company is attempting to union bust by threatening trans workers amid a milestone of 150 election wins.
Poll Shows Confronting Corporate Greed Is Biden’s Best Anti-Inflation Message
Voters are particularly responsive to messaging that connects price hikes to profiteering by big business.
Amazon’s CEO Pay Is More Than 6,000 Times That of the Company’s Typical Worker
Low-wage corporations have continued to pump up CEO pay during COVID while workers are struggling with rising costs.
WTO Meeting Presents Opportunity to Challenge Corporate Control Over Food Supply
Farmers and activists are keeping hope alive for building a more just and sustainable way of practicing agriculture.
Sanders and Gillibrand Call on Amazon to Drop Opposition to Union Victory
Senators Bernie Sanders and Kirsten Gillibrand said it's time for Amazon to finally recognize the Amazon Labor Union.
Amazon Labor Union Organizer Fired From Warehouse Amid Union-Busting Campaign
Labor organizer Pasquale “Uncle Pat” Cioffi was fired days before a hearing Amazon wanted blocked from public viewing.