There’s no such thing as ‘humane slaughter’ of livestock—federal records prove it
We know that “humane slaughter” is an oxymoron.
Thousands march to demand Trump release his tax returns
“It’s fundamental that politicians share their tax returns period. We deserve to know who he owes and what he owns.”
After Historic Swimming Gold, Simone Manuel Addresses Police Brutality And Racism
“I just want to be an inspiration to others that you can do it.”
Police release audio recording of woman drowning during 911 call
“I understand that listening to a person going through the panic that Ms. Stevens was in those final moments of her life, we would all hope that we would get a little bit better response than perhaps she was given."
New Analysis reveals how little the top .001% pay in taxes
“Looks like the biggest tax story of the year, if not the decade.”
Why College Isn’t (and Shouldn’t Have to be) for Everyone
Why do we encourage our young people through a single funnel called a four-year college education? It’s time we stop pressuring every young person to go to college and, instead, offer an alternative route into the middle class.
Solidarity Strengthens at Standing Rock
Protecting the water and sacred sites brought people here. The experience of being here is changing lives.
‘This is just the beginning’ – Chicagoans fighting for police accountability react to verdict...
"Today, Chicago has taken one small step in bringing justice to Laquan McDonald's family and our communities.”
Sorry, Feds: Kids Can Sue Over Climate Negligence, Judge Says
"This will be the trial of the century that will determine if we have a right to a livable future, or if corporate power will continue to deny our rights for the sake of their own wealth."
Wisconsin Senate passes Koch-backed REINS bill that would benefit Koch, other polluters
There are concerns about the bill's ability to potentially “grind the regulatory process to a halt.”