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Biden Administration
After Bipartisan Bill, Progressives Demand Fast Passage of Build Back Better Act
Progressives in and out of Congress say corporate Democrats must “keep their word” and approve the $1.75 trillion bill.
Biden Administration to Auction Off Gulf of Mexico for Offshore Drilling
More than 250 environmental and Indigenous groups urged President Joe Biden to cancel the auction this week.
Biden Promised to Decriminalize Marijuana. He Shouldn’t Wait for Congress.
Biden is under pressure to fulfill a campaign promise to decriminalize marijuana and expunge convictions.
US Military Interests Are Promoting a Culture of Fear With China
Prospects for a new Cold War could ultimately subside due to increased focus on the climate emergency and COVID.
Biden Condemned for Approving Fossil Fuel Lease Sales Amid COP26
The proposal to open up 734,000 acres of public land for extraction could unleash up to 246 million tons of emissions.
Coalition Demands Biden Condemn Israel’s Crackdown on Palestinian Rights Groups
U.S.-based groups denounced Israel's classification of 6 Palestinian human rights groups as “terrorist organizations.”
Biden White House Holds Largest Meeting With Intersex Advocates
Intersex activists said the meeting was a historic start, but it's "time to pass the listening stage” and take action.
Progressives Say Reconciliation Framework Not Enough to Pass Infrastructure Bill
Dozens of progressives in Congress may vote against the infrastructure bill, says Rep. Pramila Jayapal.
UK High Court Should Deny Extradition Because CIA Planned to Assassinate Assange
The High Court should affirm the district court’s denial of extradition of Julian Assange to the U.S.
White House Climate-Related Financial Risk Report Denounced as “Pitiful” Failure
Critics say the report should be seen as the latest example of government foot-dragging.