Wednesday, July 8, 2026

A single-payer health care fix even without a working majority

It’s likely that the Trump-Ryan failure will push state legislatures to consider expanding Medicaid—putting even more people under the public insurance system.

L.A. Deputies Sentenced to Prison for Jail Beating

Former L.A. deputies and a sergeant face criminal charges in the case of Gabriel Carrillo, a man unjustly beaten after attempting to visit his brother in prison. Several of those charged face prison time.

Former NY police chief charged and 3 officers suspended

“It appears that GPD responding officers and others may not have responded appropriately.”
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Amazon workers in Alabama get new shot at union after NLRB rules company broke...

This comes as Amazon workers worldwide from Bangladesh to Germany campaigned on Black Friday for fairer working conditions under the banner, “Make Amazon Pay.”

What South Carolina Needs to Do for Racial Equality (Taking Down the Flag Is...

The welfare of all South Carolinians would increase with these steps. These steps include educational reform and expansion of medicaid.

Trump’s plan to dismantle national monuments comes with steep cultural and ecological costs

The Trump administration will review the status of The Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, one of the country’s most significant cultural sites.

3 Minneapolis cops convicted of violating George Floyd’s rights

“Today’s verdict recognizes that two police officers violated the Constitution by failing to intervene to stop another officer from killing George Floyd, and three officers violated the Constitution by failing to provide aid to Mr. Floyd in time to prevent his death."

685,000+ send comments in support of Bears Ears National Monument

“The people have spoken – more than half a million strong – and 99 percent expect these magnificent lands to be held in the public trust for future generations.”

California deputy attorney general charged with possession of child porn

Raymond Liddy, son of an infamous Watergate burglar, has been placed under monitored house arrest.

How unions safeguard workers’ sweat equity

When companies do threaten to close worksites, unions step up to preserve jobs and protect communities.