Colorado police release video of woman hogtied inside patrol car
“That is not what we’re hired to do. We are not judge, jury, and executor. We are not to treat people inhumanely like they don’t matter.”
Taking a knee, standing for justice
Principled stands taken at great risk are often how movements are born.
“CoreCivic”: new name, same for-profit prison greed
We must put an end to this shameful vestige of our country’s worst deeds.
District Attorney asks FBI to investigate police detective assaulting nurse
“That’s not the way we treat people in our city.”
5 tips for respectfully explaining to others what pro-choice means
The abortion debate is back in the news, just in time for Thanksgiving dinner.
Military suicide rate continues to increase
“Just as we talk about physical fitness, marksmanship, training and education, Marines must also be comfortable discussing life’s struggles, mental wellness and suicide.”
U.S. Bans Importation of Goods Made by Child Slaves
The U.S. will no longer receive fish caught by slaves in Southeast Asia, gold mined by children in Africa or garments sewn by abused women in Bangladesh.
Former Baltimore police sergeant indicted for planting gun and witness tampering
“Prosecuting criminals who work in police agencies is essential both to protect our communities and to support the many honorable officers whose reputations they unfairly tarnish.”
Police officer reassigned after insulting dead teen in video
As the patrol car drove next to the ATV, Bessner violated department policy by firing his Taser at the teenager.
The Atlantic Ocean Is Acidifying at a Rapid Rate
A new study finds it’s absorbing 50 percent more carbon than it was a decade ago, and that could have dire consequences for dolphins, whales, and other marine life.