Tag: Opinion

Teachers ended a nearly three-week strike, citing advances in pay and working conditions for many members. But more work remains.

No version of “waters of the U.S.” (WOTUS), part of the Clean Water Act, adequately protects the nation’s natural areas.

The federal government has for years enabled the private market to make money off our housing needs. Now, as home prices and rents skyrocket, there is a simple solution: offer people a public option for housing.

The jockeying has begun over which mix of states might take part in a series of coordinated opening primaries for 2024’s Democratic nominee.

Miles Rapoport and E.J. Dionne say a healthier political culture and more representative government will result when all eligible citizens vote.

A series of reports underscore that disinformation is getting worse in 2022, not better.

A new federal bill would advance public and environmental health by banning toxic chemicals from food packaging.

As Florida updates its recount rules, election transparency advocates worry about losing public trust.

New research on the 2020 election confirms that mailed-out ballots boost turnout—especially when there are no bureaucratic hurdles for voters.

Our addiction to plastic is having negative effects all along the food chain.