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From ‘wellness farms’ to expanded involuntary commitment policies, the US is embracing psychiatric incarceration under the guise of compassion

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Dr. King was arrested 29 times and assaulted by the police on many occasions.

Find Events, Petitions, and Volunteer Opportunities for May Day and Beyond

The president has gone nuclear against federal union jobs — historically African Americans’ ladder to economic equality.

This year offers an opportunity to enact tax policy changes that would ease the strain on household budgets that people in low-paid jobs and their families face while ensuring that the nation’s wealthiest pay their fair share.

The creation of three "dire wolf" pups has raised hopes that it may be possible to resurrect extinct animals. But some scientists have grave concerns.

Sending people to another country didn't start with Donald Trump, but with George W. Bush in the War on Terror, called "extraordinary rendition." “Extraordinary” when it occurs outside of normal legal strictures, as with Abrego García today.

There are moments in history when liberatory movements are ascendant, and moments when we are constrained. Staying mobilized in these moments of constraint or backlash is critical.

Black women are rejecting narratives that suggest their lack of visibility since November 5 translates into inaction.