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Videos Show “Unfathomable Cruelty” of Border Patrol Against Haitians at Border
“This system simply can't be reformed,” said Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
Parliamentarian Blocks Dems From Including Immigration in Reconciliation Bill
This marks the second instance in less than a year that the parliamentarian has blocked Democrats' legislative goals.
Ilhan Omar Urges Pardon for Daniel Hale, Who Leaked Air Force’s Drone Program
Omar says that, while the legality of his actions has been decided, it is up to Biden to rule on the moral question.
Bernie Sanders, Barbara Lee Call for Opening US to Refugees From Afghanistan
Progressives argue that the U.S. has a responsibility toward "refugees fleeing the consequences of our actions.”
Ilhan Omar Says Rent Should Be Canceled Until End of Pandemic
The newest eviction moratorium will merely delay a housing crisis unless Congress takes additional action, warns Omar.
Omar Unveils Guaranteed Income Bill to Send American Adults $1,200 a Month
The bill would send adults earning up to $75,000 a year $1,200 a month, which could help reduce poverty.
Progressives Back Ilhan Omar After “Bad Faith” Attack by House Democrats
Omar said Wednesday that she was once again enduring threats against her life and racist vitriol following her remarks.
Targeted by AIPAC Ads, Ilhan Omar Vows, “No Level of Harassment Will Silence Me”
Ads targeting progressive critics of Israel are so egregious that they're drawing rebukes from top pro-Israel Democrats.
Rashida Tlaib Condemns Israeli Apartheid, Saying “It Must End”
The lawmakers sharply criticized U.S. lawmakers for sending aid to Israel, which oppresses and kills Palestinians.
Sanders, Omar Introduce Bill to Permanently Provide Kids With Free School Meals
The bill would provide kids with free breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack regardless of their family’s income.