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Trans People Aren’t to Blame for Your Struggles

Anti-trans politicians want struggling people to blame trans folks for their problems. But we’re allies in the fight against hardships we know all too well.

Why Politicians Keep Blaming DEI for Disasters, Even When It’s Laughably Untrue

by Peter Certo

At best, these false claims help politicians cover for corporate misdeeds. At worst, they foster division for its own sake. Neither makes us safer.

A Hostile Corporate Takeover of Our Democracy

by Alex Jacquez, Elizabeth Pancotti

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

by Dedrick Asante-Muhammad

Despite attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Black political representation has never been greater. Progress is still possible.

A Coup Attempt Against American Taxpayers

by Karen Dolan

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

by Sonali Kolhatkar

The Los Angeles fires brought out the compassion we need all the time, not just during “natural” disasters.

Health Insurers Profit from Suffering, Not Care

by Chris Mills Rodrigo

The country’s largest insurer just posted record revenues. That money comes from denying care and gouging patients — who are now sharing their stories.