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A Hostile Corporate Takeover of Our Democracy
Never before has one billionaire so thoroughly infiltrated our government and bent it to their will for personal gain.
Black History Month: Celebrating Progress While Confronting Inequality
Despite attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Black political representation has never been greater. Progress is still possible.
Black History Is Every Day, With or Without the White House
From local school boards to the White House, the right is doubling down on its efforts to erase Black history. They’ll fail.
A Coup Attempt Against American Taxpayers
Trump’s attempt to freeze federal funds for government services was an effort to steal our tax dollars to enrich billionaires. And he’ll try again.
Let’s Embrace our Instinct for Collective Action — In Bad Times and Good
The Los Angeles fires brought out the compassion we need all the time, not just during “natural” disasters.
Teachers Have the Power to Open Students’ Eyes — If We Let Them
As a teacher who grew up in a small Southern town, I know the risks of giving parents veto power of kids’ education.
Health Insurers Profit from Suffering, Not Care
The country’s largest insurer just posted record revenues. That money comes from denying care and gouging patients — who are now sharing their stories.
Trump Wants to Cut Taxes on the Rich. States Can Choose Differently.
We won progressive taxes in our state by showing people just how unjust our tax code was. Other states can follow.
Corporations and Billionaires Flooded Trump’s Inauguration with Cash
The nation has never seen influence peddling like we just witnessed at Trump’s second, billionaire-stuffed inauguration.
Biden Was Right About Oligarchy
Look no further than Trump’s second inauguration and its tech billionaire guests.