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Coalitions of Convenience, Periods of Polarization

Van Gosse Organizing Upgrade
The Democrats are the through-line in U.S. political history, which is the first reason we need to understand them. A second reason is that figuring out the left’s relationship to the Democratic Party is crucial for left strategy today.

The Secret to Saving the Lives of Black Mothers and Babies

Lisa Rab Politico
Studies show that doulas help reduce the rate of caesarean surgeries, which is higher among black women, and other costly interventions. They can even alleviate some socioeconomic factors that contribute to poor maternal health.

Why Did the Pentagon Push the FDA to Approve a Powerful New Opioid?

Kastalia Medrano Gizmodo
Editorial cartoon on addiction
In 2018, the Food and Drug Administration approved America’s newest opioid, the strongest prescription painkiller available and the first one brought to you by the Pentagon, which pushed for the drug’s expedited approval and endorses its benefits.