Trump nominates Neil Gorsuch for U.S. Supreme Court
Gorsuch has challenged the Obama administration’s requirements for employers to provide health insurance that includes contraception.
Among the GOP’s debt ceiling hostages? Social Security payments for oldest Americans
"The choice facing the executive branch is clear: Act or default; act or increase the suffering of millions; act or go into economic tailspin."
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.
Trump moves to repeal Obama’s Clean Water Rule
Now that Trump has taken this first step, further action against the EPA is likely to follow.
Water hits Wall Street as a futures commodity
“Climate change, droughts, population growth, and pollution are likely to make water scarcity issues and pricing a hot topic for years to come.”
Dow Chemical pushes Trump administration to scrap pesticide study
Dow donated $1 million to the presidential inauguration and the company's CEO, Liveris, leads Trump's advisory council on manufacturing.
It’s time to roast Starbucks for union busting
It's time to tell Starbucks to stop UNION BUSTING and bargain in good faith with Starbucks Workers United.
Congresswoman Jayapal misses the mark by saying Biden deserves an ‘A’ grade
To effectively confront the enormous problems facing our country and world, progressives need to soberly assess everything—good, bad and mixed.
CHP officers suspended for taking $360K in fake overtime pay
“This ongoing investigation serves as a reminder to us all of the important bond of trust we share with the public we serve and the importance of carrying out our duties with the integrity expected of our profession.”
Concerns mount as ‘MAGA Mike Johnson’ pushes for immediate commission on Social Security overhaul
House Speaker Mike Johnson's push for a debt commission sparks concerns over the future of Social Security and Medicare.