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Professional Athletes and the Power of a Union
If a few sports walkouts can force change on the national level, imagine what an Amazon or Wal-Mart walkout could do.
In the Age of COVID, Elder Care Should Be an Election Issue
The pandemic has made it clearer than ever that we need better care that honors everyone’s humanity.
The Weathering of Black America
Martin Luther King, Jr. had the heart of a 60-year old when he died at 39. As a Black activist today, it’s easy to understand why.
By Hook or Crook
Republicans don’t have a plan to win the next election — only to steal, discredit, or undermine it.
Trump’s USDA Is Serving Up Diseased Chicken
Federal regulators recently okayed selling chickens suffering from Avian Leukosis, which produces cancerous tumors.
Heartland Tenants Who Beat the Odds
With an eviction crisis looming, take heart from these Minnesota renters who bought their buildings out from under a negligent landlord.
Trump’s Postmaster General Should Be Returned to Sender
I’ve been a postal driver for over 20 years. I’ve never seen an attack on the service like this one.
Small Towns Don’t Need Military Helicopters
A little-known federal program dumps military equipment on local police forces. We need to end it.
Where Have I Heard These Trump Lines Before?
Trump’s recent rhetoric sounds a lot like the Klan’s 100 years ago.
The Other Running Mate?
Make America second rate again.
