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Hollywood Won’t Destroy Sexism, but We Can
The solution isn't for Oprah to run for president.
#MeToo Reaches Members of Congress: New Bills Demand Accountability
New bills remove major hoops in complaint procedures.
The Sad Spectacle of “Sloppy Steve” Bannon
Understanding Steve Bannon's fall from grace can help us settle some other scores.
Oprah for President 2020?
Oprah may not be as different from Donald Trump as commonly believed.
California Is Preparing to Defend Its Waters From Trump Order
California already has led the way in challenging the Trump administration.
A Joe Arpaio Run in Arizona Could Give Democrats the Senate
Democrats trail Republicans in the Senate by just two seats.
Empire Files: In the Deadliest Country for Unions and Social Leaders
Abby Martin goes to Colombia to document the increasingly deadly situation for human rights activists.
As Erica Garner Is Mourned, Why Are Black Mothers in New York City Dying at 12 Times Rate of White Mothers?
Annie Waldman of ProPublica discusses more.
Embattled Trump Nominee Inadvertently Draws Attention to Radiation in Drinking Water
Radiation levels were deliberately underreported.
Trump Launches Attack on Medicaid by Pushing Work Requirements
This is just the latest in the GOP's relentless assault on Medicaid.