Why can’t we just play ball?
The militarization of sports and the redefinition of patriotism.
Progressive Briefing for Friday, August 17, 2018
Words from the Unite the Right organizer, Trump's military parade is costing millions, Glyphosate found in popular children's foods, and more.
Respect: A tribute to Aretha Franklin, an icon of the Civil Rights & Feminist...
Aretha Franklin has been celebrated as one of the greatest American singers of any genre, who helped give birth to soul and redefined the American musical tradition.
Breaking news: Trump’s military parade is now estimated to cost $92 million, 200 organizations...
“We reject this gross display of power and violence. We call on you to stop the military parade.”
Corporate media join in editorializing for Press Freedom…for themselves
Mainstream media hypocrisy on display.
ALEC Sets the table for gerrymandering, union busting, protecting fossil fuels, and privatizing schools
A breakdown of ALEC’s menu of policy proposals at the New Orleans conference.
Progressive Briefing for Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Monsanto found guilty, widespread sexual abuse by priests in Pennsylvania, who Democrats are listening to, and more.
A foreign policy that can change everything for everyone
Women talk about gender, racial and economic justice. But anti-war messaging is still missing from the resistance movement – and there can be no justice without peace.
Progressive Briefing for Tuesday, August 14, 2018
DNC will take fossil fuel money after all, Income inequality in America vs. Europe, and more.
How Native American children benefit from trauma-informed schools
Students in these communities are disproportionately affected by trauma. When they act out, adults with training ask, “Is there anything I can do to help you?” rather than “Why are you acting this way?”