As Schumer tees up vote to codify Roe, Progressives urge elimination of filibuster
"If Republicans can end the filibuster to install right-wing judges nominated by presidents who lost the popular vote in order to overturn Roe v. Wade," said Sen. Bernie Sanders, "Democrats can and must end the filibuster to keep abortion legal and safe."
Why canceling student debt is a matter of racial justice
Student debt disproportionately impacts Black and Brown Americans. It’s time to end this collective financial burden, and the president can do so with the stroke of a pen.
Former Colorado police officer sentenced to 5 years in prison
“The Loveland Police Department is grateful for the District Attorney’s diligence and pursuit of due process during this very important case.”
Media shocked by the leak, not the opinion
The essential story journalists need to be telling now is the story of the further concrete consequences the decision would have on millions of people’s lives throughout the country.
Denmark makes Bid for ‘Putin-Free’ energy by accelerating mammoth artificial wind island plan
The German government is also pledging to accelerate the legal approval procedures for onshore wind turbines, in view of the urgency of reducing dependence on Russian methane gas.
What remains of the US Green New Deal?
While policy-makers squabble about Build Back Better, climate change continues to contribute to major wildfires, droughts, and other disasters across the United States.
Draft overturning Roe v. Wade quotes infamous witch trial judge with long-discredited ideas on...
Justice Alito’s leaked opinion cites Sir Matthew Hale, a 17th-century jurist whose writings and reasonings have caused enduring damage to women for hundreds of years.
Biden administration forms new Office of Environmental Justice
"... it is imperative that our leaders produce real, tangible solutions to protect Black and frontline communities and correct existing and past harms..."
Yes, protest can influence the Supreme Court
Time and again, history has shown that the Supreme Court does, in fact, respond to the court of public opinion.
Landmark inquiry in Philippines backs accountability for ‘climate-polluting’ corporations
"We enjoin all Filipinos to stand up for climate and environmental justice, and ensure our elected officials in the next administration take this to heart."









