Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Movements are vying for political power — is ‘co-governance’ the answer?

As the left increasingly focuses on electoral politics, a new framework is emerging for how candidates who win should partner with social movements.

CIA whistleblower reflects on the persecution of Julian Assange

Assange’s extradition will be a pinnacle moment for accountability.

Protesters demand US Senate block weapons sales to Israel amid Gaza death toll exceeding...

Emblazoned with slogans like “Stop Arming Israel” and “Fund Housing, Not Genocide,” demonstrators gathered in the Hart Senate Office Building ahead of a pivotal Senate vote on Wednesday.

UAW strike expands to Mack Trucks

The tentative contract included a raise of 19% over five years.

The Egg Industry, Scrambling

The egg industry has fought the legislative mandates, arguing that banning cages will cost producers and consumers more, without improving animal welfare.

Federal judge grants stay against Trump’s immigration ban

“This executive order runs contrary to really our most fundamental constitutional rights and human values in this country.”

What determines the success of movements today?

The importance of timing, external factors and luck certainly leave some open questions.

‘Don’t cross the picket line’: Apple workers organize Christmas Eve walkout

"Demand that Apple upholds its image with your wallet. Don't shop in stores, don't shop online."
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“Not ready to give up”: Democrats push senate to keep popular $15 minimum wage...

“The current minimum wage, federally, is $7.25. Now, you can’t live on that.”

Shoplifting is big news; stealing millions from workers is not

The shoplifting video is supposed to represent multiple examples of retail theft, but the wage theft settlement is also one example of a widespread issue.