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Advocates Say Black Women Left Out of Freddie Gray Conversation
More attention is needed to Black women in the policing debate.
Former Congressman Ron Dellums: Organizing for Peace Forces Us to Challenge All Forms of Injustice
Ron Dellums is a legend in this country in the progressive movement.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: New York Will Use Bank Settlements to Give Homeless Families Housing, and More
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137 Shots, No Convictions: Cleveland Cop Acquitted in Killing of Two Unarmed Black People
The national conversation on policing African-American communities is focused on Cleveland after a major federal settlement and a controversial verdict.
Matt Taibbi: World’s Largest Banks Admit to Massive Global Financial Crimes, but Escape Jail (Again)
Five of the world's top banks will pay over $5 billion in fines.
Matt Taibbi on Baltimore, Freddie Gray and How Legal System Covers Up Police Violence
New cellphone video sheds light on Freddie Gray's fatal journey.
NAACP Accuses Baltimore Police Union of Intimidation
A pointed letter to FOP president says the union's criticism is widening the racial divide.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Bill de Blasio Unveils His Progressive Agenda to Combat Inequality, and More
Some are working to get the Democratic party back in touch with its progressive roots, and more.
“Shell No”: From Sea to Land, Seattle Residents Fight Oil Giant’s Plans for Arctic Drilling
A major campaign is underway in Seattle.
Can the DOJ Reform the Baltimore Police Department?
An examination of the limitations of previous federal interventions aiming to reform troubled departments.