What’s a ‘black identity extremist’? Groups demand Trump Dhs release ‘race paper’
We must be especially intolerant of racism when it appears as official government policy, enshrined in secret documents in black and white.
How the women of Standing Rock inspired the world
“A nation isn’t defeated until the hearts of the women are on the ground.”
The con of diversity
Diversity in the hands of the white power elites – political and corporate – is an advertising gimmick.
Hidden plastics: Glitter gum and the air we breathe
"Large scale public protest, civil disobedience, and coordinated boycotting of products that are contaminating the environment is the only thing that will make government and business act."
Progressive Briefing for Tuesday, September 25
Disneyland Resort raises minimum wage, a Dallas cop is fired after killing an innocent man, fourth Kavanaugh accuser comes forward, and more.
Accessible public transportation and housing, a need for people with disabilities in major cities
“This holistic approach to actively identifying and incorporating the unique needs of individuals with disabilities helps ensure that everyone in our city is able to live vibrant, active lives.”
How the wealthy destroy public schools, one gift at a time
They’re certainly doing a good job of burning down public education.
Denouncing corporate climate profiteers, comedy icon Lily Tomlin arrested at #FireDrillFriday protest in DC
"These corporations are making oodles of money on the front end, oodles of money on the back end. It is beyond reprehensible."
Former house intel chief counsel: Rep. Nunes’ actions were a breakdown of the oversight...
Jeremy Bash: "The job of the committee is to do oversight over the executive branch," not political cover for the president's tweet storm.
A public bank for Los Angeles? City Council puts it to the voters
California legislators exploring the public bank option may be breaking not just from Wall Street, but from the Federal Reserve.