As Trump complains about alleged surveillance, Republicans gut internet privacy rules
The vote will give companies like Verizon, Comcast and AT&T more power to collect people’s sensitive data, including their internet browsing history, and to sell this information.
Progressive Briefing for Friday, September 21
American-made bombs are being used to massacre large numbers of civilians in Yemen, ICE is arresting the sponsors of undocumented children, and more.
Why are we torching our best tool to end child poverty?
Ada Mae’s beautiful blonde curls are wild on this sunny, mild winter afternoon.
I’ve just picked her up from...
Everything about 2018 shows why Americans should remember World War I
The Great War had it all: An administration that hated protesters. A compliant Supreme Court. National anthem panics and literal flag kissing!
Trump’s New Super PAC Attack Dog
Top donor of 'Rebuilding America Now' is developer Geoffrey Palmer.
Russia Bans all Imports of US Soybeans and Corn over Microbial and GMO Contamination
According to the regulator, the corn imported from the US is often infected with dry rot of maize.
Fracking fans use intelligence report to revive baseless claim Russia funds U.S. anti-fracking movement
An alleged Putin connection had snaked its way into the talking points of volunteers working to encourage voters to nix the fracking ban proposal.
Majority of Democrats urge Biden to withdraw amid mental fitness concerns and looming election...
This sentiment is particularly strong among younger voters, posing a significant challenge to Biden’s campaign as crucial deadlines approach.
UK government confirms ban on plastic straws, stirrers and cotton swabs
"So today I am taking action to turn the tide on plastic pollution, and ensure we leave our environment in a better state for future generations."
What will it take to “build back better”?
To build back better, we must applaud the best steps at global, national, and local levels, while recognizing that the essential transformation is ultimately up to us working together for the good of all.