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COVID-19
Florida Receives Emergency Medical Supplies Even as Other States Struggle
A chaotic distribution plan is buckling under a big problem: Nobody has enough.
Coronavirus Is a Historic Trigger Event. We Need a Massive Movement in Response.
Even in times of social distancing, building a collective, social response to the pandemic is our only salvation.
As Senate GOP Bill Flounders, Demands for Workers-First Stimulus Grow
Republicans failed to pass a $1.8 trillion stimulus package Democrats condemned as a massive bailout for corporations.
Beyond the Economic Chaos of Coronavirus Is a Global War Economy
In the face of excessive capital accumulation, war and repression have become profit centers for the capitalist class.
The Virus of Capitalism Has Infected the COVID-19 Fight
The money hoarders are leaning into this opportunity to make massive profits off a desperate people.
Shelter in Place and Plan an Uprising
The worst thing we could do is sit back and let this moment be something that simply happens to us.
The Last Recession Led to an Unequal Recovery. We Can Choose a Different Path.
Officials will need to decide whether to protect Wall Street or support the most fragile communities and families.
DOJ Is Using COVID-19 Crisis to Push for Expansive Emergency Powers
The Department of Justice is asking Congress for sweeping emergency powers including the suspension of habeas corpus.
Climate Science Deniers Are Also Downplaying COVID-19 Risks
Several organizations promoting climate science denial are now spreading misinformation on the coronavirus.
Elections May Have to Change During the Coronavirus Outbreak. Here’s How.
Experts share what you need to know about how coronavirus could affect the way voters cast their ballots in November.