Essential work and the struggle for $15
“Why don’t we stop treating it as entirely normal that the more obviously one’s work benefits others, the less one is likely to be paid for it.”
Former Homeland Security agent arrested for taking bribes from organized crime
After his release from prison, Cisneros was recently charged with conspiracy to commit bribery of a public official, bribery, and 26 counts of money laundering.
Despite pressure from US and Bayer, Mexico will ban glyphosate
“Our rationale is based on the precautionary principle in the face of environmental risks as well as the right of the Mexican government to take action in favor of the public good.”
Senators question DHS and ICE on abuse allegations against migrants
"The allegations of violence and brutality against vulnerable refugees seeking safety here in the United States are unlawful and disturbing.”
Senate parliamentarian says minimum wage increase cannot be in relief bill, Progressives urge VP...
“This is not a difficult decision. Use your power. Keep $15 in.”
Wrongful death claim accuses police of killing Navy vet by kneeling on his neck
“We see not only violations of his civil rights but also violations against the rights of his mother and sister’s, who saw what happened to him.”
Retired NYPD cop charged with assaulting police officer during Capitol riots
A retired New York Police Department (NYPD) officer and former Marine was charged Tuesday for his participation in the Capitol riots on Jan. 6.
6 Capitol police officers suspended for involvement in Capitol riots
29 others remain under investigation for their roles during the Capitol riots on January 6.
Youth climate activists will not stop fighting their climate case – even after 9th...
“The 9th Circuit has deprived people in that Circuit the ability to seek a resolution of a real controversy with their government.”
Bayer and US officials pressure Mexico to overturn glyphosate ban
“Will they continue the pattern of doing the bidding of global biotech/seed firms like Monsanto? Or, will the USTR respect other countries’ rights to protect the environment and indigenous crops?”