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Trump Ramps Up Immigration Attacks Ahead of Election
The U.S. immigration system was already brutal prior to Trump’s tenure in office; it is, now, exponentially worse.
Economy Adds an Abysmal 661,000 Jobs as Further Layoffs Loom
The large jump in long-term unemployment and people leaving the labor force are ominous signs for the future.
Naomi Klein: Trump May Exploit His COVID Diagnosis to Delegitimize Election
Be prepared for Trump to factor the cancellation of campaign events into his arguments.
Researchers Say Trump Is the “Largest Single Component” of COVID Misinformation
From hydroxychloroquine to sunlight, Trump has promoted many false whoppers about how to treat the virus.
India Hits 6 Million COVID Cases as Modi Government Represses Dissent
Fears of mass unemployment and food shortages outweigh discussion on the pandemic.
White House Overrules “No-Sail Ban” Despite Cruise Ships Being Hotbeds of COVID
The CDC noted last month that lifting the ban would result in “substantial unnecessary risk” to a number of individuals.
Reclaiming Life and Housing in an Era of Collapse
“We have a moral responsibility to make sure these people don't die," says activist Cheri Honkala.
Meatpacking Plants Deny Workers Comp to Thousands Who Contracted COVID-19
Out of 930 workers compensation claims made by workers in Minnesota alone, none have been approved so far.
Tonight’s Debate May Have Little Effect on Trump’s Base But It Will Affect Biden
Tonight may decide whether we face a protracted post-election mudfight, which could be averted through a landslide.
White House Pressured CDC to Produce Data Backing Trump’s Push to Reopen Schools
One former White House aide said the administration was “exchanging votes for lives” in pressuring the CDC.