Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Teachers and Black Lives Matter Activists Partner Up

“How do we amplify each other’s message and work together to target the oligarchs that fill the politicians’ war chest?”

New federal guidelines for campus assault put heavy burden on victims

College administrators worry a more rigorous process for proving sexual assault could send the wrong message to students.
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Exclusive: Lizz Winstead and Abortion Stories in the Public Square

Lady Parts Justice League protested outside the Republican National Convention to raise awareness for pro-choice activism.

Brazil blocks Elon Musk’s X: A clash of sovereignty, free speech, and far-right extremism

Brazil’s Supreme Court suspends Elon Musk’s social media platform X, escalating tensions over free speech, far-right misinformation, and national sovereignty. The unprecedented move raises critical questions about global tech giants’ compliance with local laws.

Eight ways to strengthen our democracy beyond voting

The strength of our civic life depends on what we do outside elections.

Harvey Weinstein admits to sexually assaulting model in leaked NYPD audio

Filipina-Italian model Ambra Battilana Gutierrez wore a wire to capture evidence that Weinstein made unwanted sexual advances.

NYPD ‘friendly fire’ killed an officer. Investigators seemed to ignore video of police being...

New records show that investigators allowed police misstatements to stand, despite having body-camera video to disprove them.

Personal interview: Professor Noam Chomsky — What are the prospects for peace?

The questions here are not philosophical or abstract. They focus on the realities of the international power struggle unfolding in real time.

Congresswoman arrested during voting rights protest on Capitol grounds

“I stand in solidarity with Black women and allies across the country in defense of our constitutional right to vote.”

Congressman resigns due to sexual harassment claim

Meehan is the second lawmaker this month to announce an abrupt resignation over allegations of sexual harassment.