Thursday, July 9, 2026

Advocates say ‘hell no’ as Manchin pitches Social Security deal with GOP

"Manchin is providing cover for Republican attacks on Social Security and Medicare."

With ‘extraordinary’ and ‘remarkable’ request, Bar Association calls on GOP to delay vote, order...

"The basic principles that underscore the Senate’s constitutional duty of advice and consent on federal judicial nominees require nothing less than a careful examination of the accusations and facts by the FBI."

A poignant poem that encapsulates 2016

Bill Moyers shares "Starting with Black," which addresses the "urgent political and moral crisis" that we currently face.

Cargo vessels are killing more whales — and a new effort aims to save...

Collisions between whales and ships have increased, but an effort to hear, see and predict whale behavior could help reduce fatalities.

A turning point for the global economy

The USMCA deal, also known as NAFTA 2.0, is a lot of things. But it is not free trade.

Blue wave of money propels 2018 election to record-breaking $5.2 billion in spending

The high levels of partial disclosure suggest that dark money is not disappearing.

Like Keystone XL, much of Dakota Access pipeline steel made by Russian company tied...

Similar to Keystone XL, the steel production for the Dakota Access pipeline was a done deal long ago, well before the pipeline got all the permits it needed.

States can break up big banks. Here’s how.

Big banks are unpopular in both red and blue states; breaking them up could attract support across party lines and prove a winning electoral strategy.
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Video reveals police officers beating unarmed teen

Last week, two of the officers were fired from the department after police officials reviewed the body cam videos.

3 key insights for building a powerful and loving movement against oppression in Palestine-Israel 

In a destabilizing moment like this, we need time-tested strategies and tactics that can help guide effective action.