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Frank Emspak, anti-war activist and labor leader, spent his life advancing workers’ rights.

Nearly three decades after Jonas Salk’s passing, his legacy continues to highlight the need for building a different pharmaceutical industry.

Deceit, ignorance, and the death of civic responsibility now function as the perfect storm enabling fascist politics. America is no longer ashamed of its ignorance; it is now a matter of fondness and serves as a measure of loyalty.

The danger from the right is becoming more marked and is shifting West, whereas until a few years ago the right was rooted in former socialist countries. The hope is now that moderate components of the center looks unambiguously towards the left.

Jordan Klepper at First Post-Conviction Rally. Jesus Christ | Woody Guthrie. William Barber | “White Poverty” & Poor People’s Campaign March. A Time for Choosing. Cult Massacre: One Day in Jonestown | Hulu.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s clemency forgives low-level marijuana possession charges for an estimated 100,000 people in what he said is a step to heal decades of social and economic injustice that disproportionately harms Black and Brown people.

The far right showed disturbing strength in the European Parliament elections, but there’s nothing inevitable about a far right wave. To win, the left needs to stick to principles — and stick together.

Scientists call for regulation to stop regional use of marine cloud brightening that may cool one region in the short term but have negative impact elsewhere

A counter-revolution is brewing: Conservative commentators and lawmakers are calling for an end to no-fault divorce, arguing that it has harmed men and even destroyed the fabric of society.