Yearly Archives: 2021
Protect the filibuster or preserve our democracy, which shall it be?
The time for procrastination is over. What shall it be, protect the filibuster or preserve our democracy?
Former DA indicted for mishandling investigation of Ahmaud Arbery’s death
“Our office is committed to ensuring those who are entrusted to serve are carrying out their duties ethically and honestly.”
The Labor Day dreams of black workers
Leading Black labor organizers and policy advocates share their visions for advancing racial equity in the Covid recovery — and beyond.
The new Republican Supreme Court
Today’s cruel and partisan Supreme Court is squandering what remains of its authority.
‘A wake-up call’: Study finds extinction risk for 30% of tree species
“Strengthened action is urgently required to prevent further species extinctions and restore damaged and degraded ecosystems.”
Indigenous resistance disrupts billions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually
“Indigenous communities resisting oil, gas, and coal projects across their territory are demonstrating true climate leadership.”
COP26 hires law firm that defended fossil fuel giants over environmental disasters
DLA Piper, whose clients have included Shell, ExxonMobil, and BP, will provide legal services to the UN climate change summit.
The police killing of Elijah McClain and his mother’s pursuit of justice
It’s not just that movements make a difference. They make all the difference.
Our future and the survival of humanity
So let us have community. Let us have a more egalitarian society. That way, we can survive.
House panel approves $37.5 billion military budget increase for 2022
“A day after the United States withdrew from one of the most costly wars in history, the absolute LAST thing congressional representatives should be doing is increasing the Pentagon budget.”