70% of Americans support deciding state abortion rights by ballot measure: Poll
After an "enormous victory" in Kansas, some progressives argue that ballot measures "are the next frontier" for protecting access to reproductive healthcare.
Zoo troubles: The plight of two pandas lays bare the flaws
Animals in zoos suffer greatly and are exploited for entertainment under the guise of education and conservation.
The high cost of free speech on college campuses
Public universities carry a heavy burden in upholding free speech in this charged political environment.
Trump ignores anniversary of Sandy Hook, parties with NRA head instead
President Trump invited National Rifle Association head, Wayne LaPierre, to the White House Christmas Party on the same day as the anniversary of the mass shooting.
An unexpected con to end free speech
There is an international movement to boycott, sanction, and divest from Israel, but in the United States, President Donald Trump is imperiling the freedom even to publicly discuss such ideas.
Child separation & prison camps: China’s campaign against Uyghur Muslims is “cultural genocide”
An estimated 1 million adults from the Uyghur community are being imprisoned in camps that China claims are “vocational training centers” designed to combat extremism.
Trump’s personal investments ride on completion of Dakota Access Pipeline
The ardent supporter of fossil fuels also wants to bring back the Keystone XL and announced plans to undo President Obama's climate change and environmental policies.
Saint Petersburg becomes first Florida city to commit to 100% renewables
"We envision a city where families can raise their kids in communities free from toxic pollution, where everyone has the opportunity for a good job and access to healthy, affordable energy."
Federal Court Judge declares Florida poll tax unconstitutional
“Today’s decision is a landmark victory for hundreds of thousands of voters who want their voices to be heard.”
Supreme Court upholds American Indian treaty promises, orders Oklahoma to follow federal law
States may now think twice before ignoring treaty promises or challenging tribal jurisdiction.