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Backed by Sanders and Warren, House Progressives Are Firm on Infrastructure Vote
If the moment holds, the Progressive Caucus is about to teach Speaker Pelosi a lesson on power and keeping promises.
Progressives “Hold the Line” for $3.5T Package to Expand the Social Safety Net
Progressives say they will oppose the infrastructure bill as Speaker Pelosi breaks her dual-bill promise.
Calls to Fire DeJoy Intensify as 10-Year Plan to Sabotage USPS Takes Effect
The plan ushers in changes that will permanently slow mail delivery while hiking prices for consumers.
Federal Judge Says South Carolina Can’t Block Schools From Issuing Mask Mandates
The judge said that masks are a reasonable requirement schools can implement to prevent the spread of COVID.
Activists Who Helped Elect Kyrsten Sinema Launch CrowdPAC to Fund Challenger
The crowdfunding effort comes amid widespread scrutiny of Sinema's corporate ties.
“Who’s at the Table?”: Cori Bush Says Bill Negotiations Need More Representation
Rep. Cori Bush criticized major conservative Democrats, saying that they aren’t representing their constituents.
Trump Planning Lawsuit to Block January 6 Committee From Getting His Records
Trump also believes his four former aides who were subpoenaed last week will fight against having to testify.
We Seized 240K Properties From Corporate Landlords Through Grassroots Organizing
This stunning victory for activists in Berlin could inspire similar actions for more democratic housing globally.
GOP Threatens Economic Disaster by Refusing to Raise Debt Limit Before Shutdown
Republicans are seemingly threatening economic disaster to score political points.
Florida State Workers Are “Very Scared” Over COVID-Related Working Conditions
Several state offices have had to close, and workers aren't being told when someone close to them contracted the virus.