Monday, March 27, 2023

Tag: Democrats

Democrats propose $300 billion investment to treat housing as human right

"The crisis of housing instability is one that can be fixed by investing in housing infrastructure and supportive services for vulnerable communities."

What red state vs. blue state looks like to an ant

Signs of decline and decay are all around us, behind the glitter and the glitz. 

Democrats implore Biden to reject ‘callous and inhumane’ migrant family detention

"Putting children and their parents behind barbed wire to deter them from seeking safety should shock the conscience of every American who believes in fairness, safety, and basic human dignity for all people."

Showdown in Nevada as Democratic establishment targets party chair

It’s a classic battle between top-down corporate money and bottom-up progressive activism.

The interminable, withering babble from today’s Tower of Babel

When the end is messianic, imperial, “destiny” or God’s will—human fabrications made into commandments—all civilized bets are off.

Biden 2024 decision pits the party’s elites against most Democrats

Biden’s decision on whether to run again should be seen as much more than just a matter of personal prerogative.

Advocates say ‘hell no’ as Manchin pitches Social Security deal with...

"Manchin is providing cover for Republican attacks on Social Security and Medicare."

Unified by national leaders and results-driven storylines, Democrats show up the...

Dems make the future palatable,/ The right twists it intolerable.

Arizona Sen. Krysten Sinema leaves Democratic party

Sinema intends to continue to caucus with Democrats and keep her committee assignments.

House passes bill to protect same-sex, interracial marriages

The "landmark legislation" will go to President Biden, which he is expected to sign into law.

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What connects Trump’s likely arrest with the bank bailouts?

Let's start with multi-billionaire Peter Thiel, and follow the money.

Sanders unveils report debunking Starbucks’ claim to be a ‘progressive’ company

"Starbucks has engaged in the most significant union-busting campaign in modern history."

Fifth annual assessment of air pollution ranks cities, nations and regions around the world

The study confirmed that only six countries met the World Health Organization’s (WHO) updated safe levels of the deadly air pollutant, particulate matter (PM) 2.5.

English lawyers refuse to prosecute climate protestors in ‘declaration of conscience’

“Young lawyers are being placed in an impossible position. We’re being told by our firms and regulators it’s a professional obligation to act for fossil fuel projects, knowing that doing so will poison our own future and all of life on Earth."

How movements can keep politicians from selling out

By understanding how mainstream political culture co-opts elected officials, grassroots groups can help them resist.