Venezuela: No to intervention, no to Maduro
The left has a proud tradition of both democracy and anti-imperialism. It’s critical to keep both traditions in mind when addressing the current crisis in Venezuela.
Lawmakers reintroduce War Powers Resolution to end carnage in Yemen and reclaim Congress’ constitutional...
Both the House and Senate "should move swiftly to reassert [their] war powers and end U.S. support for this brutal, unconstitutional war."
A war for oil? Bolton pushes privatization of Venezuela’s oil as US ratchets up...
As the Trump administration continues its attempt to oust Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. has imposed a de facto embargo on oil from Venezuela’s state-run oil company.
House unveils Paycheck Fairness Act to address unfair pay gaps in the US
"Because it is time that we pay people what they are worth and not how little they are desperate enough to accept."
Trump’s EPA refuses to set limits on toxic chemicals in drinking water
"This administration prioritizes corporate profits over public safety, pure and simple."
Detroit Police Commander charged with DUI after crashing into civilian
“He could be terminated certainly, he could be demoted, he could opt for retirement, the investigation is very early right now.”
Who’s a progressive?
We need politicians who will think outside the box. The need for new ideas is out there. It's just a matter of choosing the ones that'll work.
This city made access to food a right of citizenship
A city in Brazil recruited local farmers to help do something U.S. cities have yet to do: End hunger.
Public workers’ trump card
The larger story is that public workers who lack any formal power to strike – but have the informal power not to work – are becoming a new force in American politics and labor relations.
Democratic senators help Republicans push Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement forward
"It is clear to me that this bill would violate Americans' First Amendment rights."