Trump’s attack on the freedom of the press
Historically, these 4 techniques have been used by demagogues to erode the freedom and independence of the press.
The racist roots of American policing: From slave patrols to traffic stops
The persistence of racially biased policing means that unless American policing reckons with its racist roots, it is likely to keep repeating mistakes of the past.
Women continue to contribute in record numbers heading into 2020
However, it appears that many networks of prominent donors, including powerful women, are staying out of the presidential fundraising race for now.
Humanity is getting increasingly serious about enforcing animal rights protections all over the planet
The scene was heart-crushing: 21 dogs, many sick, wounded and infected, on heavy chains or trapped in filthy kennels with no food...
We saved net neutrality once. We can do it again.
Just a few years ago, powerful grassroots pressure rose up to protect a free and open internet.
VA’s mental health care crisis draws private firms pitching dubious PTSD treatments
That combination has touched off a behind-the-scenes race by private companies, some offering questionable – or at least unproven – treatments for the signature injury of modern war: post-traumatic stress disorder.
The ‘secret sauce’ for Southern organizing
Hometown Action’s “secret sauce” for building power to win in the Deep comes from organizing, which builds consciousness and relationships through deep conversations, which makes a difference and creates impact.
Trump admin’s move to delay placing Harriet Tubman on $20 bill is ‘rooted in...
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin made the announcement last week, saying Tubman won’t appear on the bill until at least 2026.
The American Dream is alive and well – in China
In the 21st century, it is time to upgrade our economic model from one of feudal exploitation to a cooperative democracy that recognizes the needs, contributions and inalienable rights of all participants.
Dialogue: Women’s March leaders on anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, racism & more
Teresa Shook, one of the founders of the Women’s March movement, called for the removal of the four national co-chairs and accused them of allowing “anti-Semitism, anti-LBGTQIA sentiment and hateful, racist rhetoric to become a part of the platform.”