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Let’s Honor the Late Eddie Conway by Continuing to Fight Oppression
On the streets or behind bars, Eddie’s commitment to organizing for liberation was unwavering.
White House: The GOP’s Current Agenda Would Add $3 Trillion to National Debt
The administration says the GOP doesn’t actually care about the national debt, but rather wants to slash welfare.
Democrats Introduce Bill to Quadruple Corporate Stock Buyback Tax
The bill comes on the heels of a record year for corporate profits – and for stock buybacks.
DOJ Files Motion Alleging Trump Committed Crime Through Lawyer
The Justice Department alleges Trump used his lawyer in furtherance of a crime, losing attorney-client protections.
With Feinstein on Her Way Out, Can a Progressive Win Her Senate Seat?
California’s 2024 Senate race is already heating up, with campaign bids from Adam Schiff, Katie Porter and Barbara Lee.
Trump Is Planning His 2024 Campaign Around Expanding the Death Penalty
Trump has asked campaign staffers about using the guillotine as a form of punishment, too, according to a new report.
Mike Pence Plans to Oppose DOJ Subpoena in Trump Investigation
Legal experts have suggested that Pence's strategy to avoid testifying rests on shaky legal ground.
Haley Is Running for President — Polls Show It’s Near Impossible for Her to Win
The former South Carolina governor faces difficult odds of securing the GOP nod, polls show.
Remembering Tenacious Anarchist Organizer Jen Angel
Jen worked to create a world in which everyone could access the food, shelter, medical care and community they need.
Sanders-Warren Plan Would Expand Social Security by Taxing the Rich
The legislation is popular among all voters, who have consistently expressed opposition to cutting Social Security.