Former congresswoman sentenced to 5yrs in federal prison
“It is incredibly disappointing that an elected official, who took an oath year after year to serve others, would exploit the needs of children."
March demands justice for teen who accuses NYPD officers of rape
“When you’re under arrest and you’re handcuffed, you’re put into a police minivan and you’re with two officers over 6-feet tall and over 200 pounds, there can’t be consent.”
Kushner reportedly ordered Flynn to illegally contact Russians
“Michael Flynn’s guilty plea is about more than just lying to the FBI. What he lied about and when he did it are of even greater significance.”
NBC fires Matt Lauer for sexually harassing coworkers
Lauer’s dismissal follows several others in the media for similar misconduct.
California Assemblyman resigns amid sexual harassment allegations
At least seven women have accused Bocanegra of sexually harassing or assaulting them since 2009.
A simple checklist inspires a new kind of activism
A weekly newsletter created by a rookie Portland activist is moving people to action by prioritizing under-the-radar issues over big headline grabbers.
Once again, the right hijacks that old-time religion
A new museum in Washington reminds us that the Good Book is subject to interpretation – and abuse.
Federal judge orders military to accept transgender troops at the start of the new...
“This is a complete victory for our plaintiffs and all transgender service members, who are now once again able to serve on equal terms and without the threat of being discharged.”
Hundreds march in Chicago on Black Friday to protest police brutality and demand accountability
This Black Friday, NationofChange joined hundreds of people in disrupting business as usual in Chicago to protest police brutality and bring you this special report.
How internet co-ops can protect us from net neutrality rollbacks
Smaller internet service providers offer alternatives and could disrupt the monopolies.