Federal judge refuses to erase former sheriff Joe Arpaio’s conviction
As an unapologetic racist, Arpaio abused his authority for decades while arresting people based solely on the color of their skin.
We can’t fight climate change if we keep lying to ourselves
The inability to see what is in front of our eyes replicates the blindness of all past civilizations that celebrated their eternal glory at moments of precipitous decline.
4 members of violent white supremacist group face riot charges, federal authorities say
The charges against members of the Rise Above Movement come weeks after four other members or associates of the group were indicted on riot charges in Virginia.
Fox News Host Sues Roger Ailes Over Sexual Harassment
"Ailes has unlawfully retaliated against Carlson and sabotaged her career because she refused his sexual advances and complained about severe and pervasive sexual harassment," the lawsuit says.
Appeals Court Upholds Abusive Sheriff’s Conviction
Instead of identifying himself as a law enforcement officer, Rio Arriba County Sheriff Thomas Rodella assaulted an unarmed victim during a road rage incident. Another example of a county sheriff committing deprivation of civil rights.
How data-driven storytelling helps good causes get funded
Nonprofits play a crucial role in holding communities together, and combining powerful stories with real data is essential to securing the support they need to continue making a difference.
New search warrants in Flint water crisis probe raise serious and urgent questions
"The people of Flint deserve answers. Hopefully this investigation will yield them. And there needs to be accountability for those involved in creating this crisis, including former Governor Snyder."
The case for Palestine
Uncovering the history of ethnic cleansing and U.S. complicity behind Israel’s assault on Gaza.
A Model Philanthropist
Ron Read, a philanthropist and janitor from a small-town in Vermont, shocked his community by leaving behind millions for the common good—gifting the largest bequest to the local library and hospital. What a great way to restore faith in humankind.
What Obama’s Climate Legacy Tells Us About Executive Power
Incremental progress beats no progress. But the climate needs all hands, and all branches of government, on deck.







