Mahmoud Khalil’s disappearance: The Trump administration’s crackdown on political dissent
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia graduate, was forcibly taken by ICE without a warrant, marking the first political disappearance under Trump’s second administration.
California sheriff’s deputy charged with assault after scalding mentally ill inmate
A former California sheriff’s deputy was recently charged with one felony count of assault or battery by a public officer and one felony count of battery with serious bodily injury.
Progressive Briefing for Thursday, July 12, 2018
"Papa" John is at it again, activists raise money to post bond for detained immigrants, Hawaii Supreme Court rules against anti-LGBTQ hate group, and more.
How a first union contract provides workers a seat at the table
Right now, companies regularly obstruct organizing and bargaining because it’s so easy for them to get away with it.
Nationwide uprising against failed state triggered by police killings
To achieve the changes we need, people must stay in the streets and connect the problems we face to the demand for systemic changes.
Koch-connected dark money funds much more than climate denial
It's time to unravel the network of science deniers who claim the mantle of science and expose them for what they are.
Ford worker suspended after confronting President Trump over Epstein files during Michigan plant visit
A viral exchange inside a union auto plant has triggered union scrutiny, political backlash, and renewed questions about the administration’s handling of the Epstein records.
Turn widespread discontent into mass movement
We can turn widespread discontent into a mass movement with the power to transform the nation.
White supremacy in the age of Trump
Never forget that this country has a long history of upper-class whites using racism to their advantage.
Our times call for managing complexities, not solving problems
How Paicines Ranch in California works to bring business and investment up to date with our times and closer to nature—prioritizing ecosystem health, habitat, and the sequestration of carbon through soil practices.