Tag: equality
Women’s health is on the chopping block, again
Defunding Planned Parenthood could cause a national health crisis for low-income women – and men, too.
A new rationalization for riches
Activists today are exploring encouraging pathways to a New Economy that sustains both our planet and greater equality.
In an era of Trump and DeVos, young women are standing...
Across the country, young women and their allies are speaking out for their rights, safety, and autonomy. And their power is growing.
The Right Staff
A new movie about the African-American women mathematicians in the NASA space program adds critical depth and detail to the legend of The Right Stuff.
Why Can’t Our Economy Promote Equality and Shared Prosperity?
"If you're not at the table, you're on the menu." The "Take On Wall Street" campaign intends to put you and me — the People — at the table for a change.
What’s Killing the American Middle Class?
“We know what, and who, is killing the middle class. It’s time to stop those forces in their tracks, take back our democracy, and create a middle class that’s more vibrant and inclusive than ever.”
Welcome to 1984
It is time for change. To make this change, a political revolution needs to take a place.
Sadiq Khan Overcomes Nasty Attacks From Conservatives, Becomes London’s First Muslim...
The Labour Party’s Sadiq Khan has just become London’s first Muslim mayor.
Wall Street Should Pay a Sales Tax, Too
When a high-rolling trader buys millions of dollars’ worth of stocks or derivatives, there’s no levy at all.
Hollywood Whitewashing: How Is This Still a Thing?
This hilarious (and depressing) video explains why we can’t talk about #OscarsSoWhite without talking about Hollywood whitewashing.
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Israel accused of assassinating five Gaza journalists in targeted airstrike
Al Jazeera calls deadly strike on press tent “blatant and premeditated attack on press freedom” as press freedom groups warn of pattern of killings and smear campaigns against reporters in Gaza.
Leaked transcript reveals Netanyahu blocked ceasefire and imposed starvation in Gaza
Israeli cabinet minutes show Prime Minister rejected hostage deal, cut off all aid, and broke ceasefire to force Hamas surrender, triggering mass civilian deaths and famine.
How Trump helps companies save a pittance at the risk of workers’ lives
“I don’t understand how a person in a suit and tie can make decisions for the people who are running the bolts and hauling the stuff out.”
No nukes for power, posturing or destruction
“In a world rife with geopolitical tensions and mistrust, this is a recipe for annihilation."
US plans to ease human rights criticism of El Salvador, Israel, and Russia
Leaked State Department drafts show significant omissions of abuses, including against LGBTQ+ people and political corruption, in reports on key U.S. allies.