Friday, April 19, 2024

The southern system

Georgia's new voter suppression law has deep roots.

Exclusive: Hillary Clinton State Department Emails, Mexico Energy Reform and the Revolving Door

“[A]s secretary of state, we know that there was quite a revolving door between the oil and gas lobby and her people at State and on her previous campaign staff." So should we be worried about Hillary Clinton standing up to Big Oil and Gas?

Thomas’ Citizens United vote enabled billionaire benefactor to boost political power

"The Crows' influence-buying and political spending are emblematic of a larger problem: the ongoing attempt by billionaires to purchase our democracy."

‘Biggest risk’ for Democrats on minimum wage, says top Sanders aide, is not raising...

With the White House and legislative branch under their control, says Warren Gunnels, Democrats “must win” fight on behalf of working people.

Why America needs to go big on infrastructure

All these sectors require attention now because they work together like cement to keep society functioning.

Outside groups pour money into Biden support

With the odds in Biden’s favor, Priorities USA will now be the largest outside group in the race, and will use some of that budget backing the former vice president.

Utah enacts social media measures to protect minors online

The two regulations come as parents and lawmakers are concerned over social media use and mental health.

The anti-family party

Let’s be clear. Mike Lee’s Republican Party – the putative party of “family values” – doesn’t support needy families.

Sanders warns Dems could lose Congress if they get mired in ‘never-ending’ negotiations with...

“The Democrats in Congress must move forward boldly, protecting the working families of our country and restoring faith in government. Yes, the future of the country is at stake.”

Unpacking the uproar over the first Black woman Supreme Court nominee

Dr. Judy Lubin of the Center for Urban and Racial Equality explains why it is important to be intentional about dismantling systemic racism in the coming battle to nominate the next Supreme Court justice.