The long battle for civilian oversight of the police
Some civilian oversight bodies prompt improvements in policing, but many have little power. Advocates are trying to change that.
Resistance at Standing Rock: The people from Oceti Sakowin Camp
“I’m here to make the world a better place. I obviously can’t do it on my own, and when I saw a big group of people do that I took the opportunity to help anyway I can.”
How the police stand to benefit from abolition
Although extending compassion to police officers might seem like a heavy lift, it is necessary if we want movement work to succeed.
The Postal Service issued its mail ballot rule on Friday night while a court...
Judge Indira Talwani has given the government until 8 a.m. Tuesday to respond, or take a restraining order that stops the rule reaching the Federal Register on Wednesday.
How workers and pro-union politicians team up for fair trade
"You’ve got to be really vigilant about it. You’ve got to pay attention all the time."
Trump’s deportation campaign has harmed scores of kids with tear gas, pepper spray
In several cities, judges have chastised federal officers, saying they used excessive force. One former DHS leader called ProPublica’s findings a “bright red flag.”
Moore is less: Alabama, the Senate and the nation will suffer
As the special election approaches, Republicans abandon morality for power.
Israeli Strikes Wound Journalists in Lebanon and Gaza amid “Ceasefires”
The strikes come days after ceasefires were announced in both Gaza and Lebanon.
West Virginia rises to protect LGBTQ rights
With the highest percentage of teens who identify as transgender, the state is emerging as a national leader when it comes to protecting LGBTQ rights at the local level.
The 19th explains: How Medicaid helps mothers, caregivers and children
Here’s what you need to know about how it currently ensures quality health and long-term care for large swaths of people.