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David Cay Johnston: Trump Is Determined to Provoke War to Draw Focus From Racist and Erratic Behavior
An interview with reporter David Cay Johnston, who has been covering Trump for nearly 30 years.

New York City Councilmember Jumaane Williams: Civil Disobedience Is Needed to Protect Immigrants
New York City Councilmember Jumaane Williams the need for civil disobedience.

Is ICE Targeting Immigration Activists? Family Members of Detained and Deported Leaders Speak Out
Ravi Ragbir, the executive director of the New Sanctuary Coalition of NYC, was detained on Thursday.

We Cannot Expect a President With Racism “in His DNA” to Save DACA
It's up to Congress and the courts to save the Dreamers.

The Unexpected Significance of a “Shithole” Comment
Polls show Trump's numbers are dropping.

“When They Call You a Terrorist”: The Life of Black Lives Matter Cofounder Patrisse Khan-Cullors
A powerful new book tells the story of one woman as she fights back against social and racial injustice in the US.

When Sexual Assault Survivors Speak Out, Their Institutions Often Betray Them
If institutions want to do the hard work, they can help victims and prevent violence in the first place.

Breaking the Cycle of Cynicism: “Stand Up!” Offers Tools for Effective Organizing in the Age of Trump
Stand Up! offers a step-by-step framework for becoming an effective social-change leader and building better organizations.

Trump’s Plainly Discriminatory Policies Are Really a Wholesale Attack on Immigrants
Suman Raghunathan on the Muslim ban revival.

Friends Transform Vacant Building Into Popular Community Center
The unique gathering space acts as a counterbalance to decades of neglect.