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June 2, 2021

'Our Entire Democracy Is Now at Risk' Because of GOP Attacks, Warn 100+ Scholars

Jessica Corbett Common Dreams

"We urge members of Congress to do whatever is necessary—including suspending the filibuster—in order to pass national voting and election administration standards."

June 2, 2021

What’s Up With the Sudden Attacks on Schools That Teach Critical Race Theory?

Jeff Bryant LA Progressive

What appears to be a dispute about academics is really a political tactic in the ongoing campaign to privatize public schools.

June 2, 2021

Naomi Osaka and the Power of ‘Nope’

Lindsay Crouse The New York Times

This latest episode is evidence that when athletes such as Ms. Osaka are told to refrain from commenting on racism or politics and instead to shut up and play, it has always included an unsaid caveat: “unless we stand to profit off your voice."

June 2, 2021

'We Know Occupation': The Long History of Black Americans’ Solidarity with Palestinians

Sam Klug Politico

Why the Black Lives Matter movement might help shift the conversation about a conflict thousands of miles away.

June 2, 2021

Global Left Midweek - Focus on Latin America

Portside

A continent in upheaval

June 2, 2021

Outside Amazon Fulfillment Center, Workers Demand Tax Fairness

Michael Moore Workday Magazine

Corporations like Amazon need to pay their fair share so we can address decades of delayed essential maintenance and upgrades to provide all Minnesotans with safe roads and bridges, affordable housing and functional school buildings.

July 28, 2017