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The Hidden Health Gap That Crushes Communities of Color
Millions of Americans of color are secretly, and disproportionately, suffering the effects of a difficult disease.
From Scandal to Redemption: The Time Is Now for Alabama Medicaid Expansion
Alabama has one of the highest rates of poverty and also has one of the most stringent Medicaid income requirements.
Growing Nuclear Dangers: What Would Dr. King Say?
In just over a week, we've seen two US military strikes and an alarming increase in tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Trump Is Hiring Lobbyists and Top Ethics Official Says “There’s No Transparency“
In one case, an official working on energy regulation recently lobbied for oil and coal companies.
IRS Privatized Debt Collection Scheme Could Lead to Rip-Offs, Both Legal and Illegal
The IRS announced the start of a program allowing private contractors to collect tax debt.
The Waters of Trump’s Washington Are Dark and Deep
Behind the ostentatious displays of power, the White House tries to keep secret all that's destructive to the nation and democracy.
Trump Rejects Calls for Transparency, Vowing to Keep Tax Returns and White House Visitor Logs Secret
The White House is facing new criticism over its lack of transparency.
“Storm the Heavens”: Notes From the Weather Underground on Resistance to Trump
Former members of the Weather Underground share their perspectives on resisting empire under the Trump regime.
The Anarchism of Blackness
The Democratic Party has led Black America down a dead end.
Goodbye Administrative State, Hello Community Resilience
Whether or not Trump finishes his term, we're seeing a fundamental turning point in the US system of governance.