The year 2020 has caused many white people to realize we live in a racist system. The Green New Deal is about systemic change for all, and deconstructing racism must be front and central in this agenda.
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Thousands of Hong Kong Protesters gather to demand release of booksellers
Five Hong Kong booksellers have vanished since October and many suspect they were abducted by Chinese security forces because of books critical of China.
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Defense Industry Revenue Forecast Gushes Over Global Turmoil
The resurgence of global security threats promises a lucrative rebound in defense spending, according to a new report.
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TransCanada Sues U.S. over Keystone XL Pipeline Rejection, Seeking $15 Billion In Damages
TransCanada's lawsuit calls rejection of its permit to build the pipeline unconstitutional and seeks unprecedented damages under NAFTA.
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Oregon County Becomes Latest "GE-Free Zone" In Victory for Organics
Jackson County is the eighth county in the U.S. to create an ordinance prohibiting the cultivation of genetically engineered crops – and efforts are springing up to pass similar measures in other places.
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Income Inequality Is a Health Hazard – Even for the Rich
A public health researcher explains why life expectancy in the United States is falling – and it has to do with income inequality rising.
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Our Food Future: 16 Most Exciting Stories for 2016
From food safety law to a heightened focus on food waste, here are this year's most exciting food trends to watch for.
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The Sickness In The Left: Are Student Progressives the Real Authoritarians?
From the rise in “microaggressions” to banning speakers and speech for perceived insensitivity to identity, so-called progressive student groups are increasingly cutting off free expression and open debate.
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Teacher and Occupy Activist Wins His Job Back – With New Goal to Change Union
After $1 million legal battle, David Suker, who was fired in 2012 for disciplinary charges he said stemmed from his role as an Occupy Wall Street protester, was reinstated and awarded 3 years back pay.
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Anti-Refugee Activism On the Rise In Germany As Far Right Violence Looms
After welcoming more than a million refugees last year, Germany is facing a xenophobic backlash — and incendiary language often inspires demonstrators to put their thoughts into actions.
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The Burden Of Medical Debt: 1 In 5 Insured Americans Still Struggle To Pay Their Bills
The number of people with health insurance continues to grow in the U.S. – though many grappling with the complex system are cutting back on household expenses, working more hours and depleting their savings to pay for healthcare.
