As Democrats demand a tougher fight, new poll elevates AOC and economic populism
A New Republic and Embold Research survey finds broad unity on taxing the rich, regulating big tech, and a more aggressive posture, with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leading favorability.
You’re wrong Elon. Social Security’s not the ‘Ponzi Scheme’–The ‘unrealized gains’– taxloophole is…
“At current interest and tax rates, it is far cheaper to borrow against the value of one's shares than to sell them and pay taxes on the gains.”
Woman receives $3.5M settlement after falling from LAPD cruiser
Officers failed to completely shut one of the rear passenger doors before driving away with a suspect in the backseat.
‘Bewitched, bothered and bewildered’ embody splintered, bickering Republicans—and no fix in sight
Demoting Liz Cheney doubles down on Rightwing Lie (after the “stolen” election): without Trump, the party is dead meat. Polling strongly disagrees.
FTC sues Big Pharma middlemen over skyrocketing insulin prices, targeting PBM practices
The suit also includes their affiliated group purchasing organizations (GPOs), accusing them of blocking patients from accessing cheaper alternatives and distorting drug markets for profit.
Biden admin announces steps to boost U.S. solar projects
“Investing in American-made clean energy will boost U.S. manufacturing, lower costs for families, create millions of good paying jobs, and position the United States as a global leader on the cutting edge of clean energy innovation,”
Philadelphia cop arrested on animal cruelty charges
Long has been suspended by Police Commissioner Richard Ross for thirty days with the intent to dismiss.
Moving Forward
“We can live in a world where the police don’t kill people by limiting police intervention, improving community interactions and ensuring accountability.” Derek Royden takes a look at Campaign Zero’s police reform proposals.
Obama Pipeline Plot Twist Is Not a Victory—And Could Erase the Struggle
By toasting the illusion of victory, we could undo what we have built at Standing Rock, this unprecedented act of collective resistance. By celebrating too soon, you’re helping to build a pipeline.
Tree keepers: Where sustaining the forest is a tribal tradition
The Menominee tribe of Wisconsin has sustainably harvested its woods for nearly 170 years, providing a model for foresters worldwide. Amid climate change and other threats to the forest, the tribe continues to follow a traditional code: Let the healthy trees keep growing.








