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They Risked Their Lives for Freedom in Iran. Now They Fear Israel’s Bombs.
Having survived waves of domestic repression, protesters in Iran are now in the crosshairs of Israeli bombs.
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Biden Must Recognize All Student Debt as Hardship. It’s the Key Step to Relief.
The Department of Education is making debt relief contingent on proof of “hardship,” but the debt itself is hardship.
Biden Administration Strengthens Health Care Protections for LGBTQ People
“Today’s rule is a giant step forward for this country toward a more equitable and inclusive health care system.”
Sanders: It Is Not Antisemitic to Oppose Israel’s Assault of Gaza
Sen. Bernie Sanders added that there isn't "any doubt" that Israel is carrying out ethnic cleansing in Gaza.
Florida’s 6-Week Abortion Ban Is Taking Effect This Week
As a six-week ban is set to begin, a majority of Floridians say they back expanding, not restricting, abortion rights.
UN Official Says Clearing Gaza of Unexploded Bombs Could Take 14 Years
There is currently 40 million tons of debris in Gaza, a UN Mine Action Service official said.
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Journalism Professors: NYT Risks Credibility With Inaction on Oct. 7 Article
Reports have found that the claims in the paper’s “Screams Without Words” article are questionable, if not fabricated.
Arizona Republicans Select Indicted Fake Elector to Represent Them at RNC
State Sen. Jake Hoffman was one of 18 individuals indicted for trying to subvert Arizona’s election results in 2020.
Israeli Bombs Kill at Least 5 Children in Rafah Ahead of Threatened Invasion
“This is who they are targeting,” said the surviving uncle of a 1-year-old who was killed on Sunday night.
Activists in Freedom Flotilla Blocked From Sailing to Gaza
“If Israel thinks that this is the end of our effort … they are sadly mistaken,” says one organizer of the flotilla.
“From Los Angeles to Kentucky to Atlanta, more and more advocates are adopting abolitionist frameworks, backed by public health research and medical expertise, as they oppose projects that would harm rather than heal their communities. ”
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Struggle and Solidarity: Writing Toward Palestinian Liberation
We can’t look away from Israel’s genocidal violence against Palestinians — or the movement for a free Palestine.
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Biden Administration Strengthens Health Care Protections for LGBTQ People
“Today’s rule is a giant step forward for this country toward a more equitable and inclusive health care system.”
4 States Tell Schools to Ignore New Title IX Rules That Protect LGBTQ Students
The challenges could set up a federal showdown that might end up in a protracted court battle ahead of the elections.
Despite Violent Threats, Maine Signs Trans and Abortion Sanctuary Bill Into Law
It codifies gender-affirming and reproductive care as legal rights and offers protection from out-of-state prosecution.
Ohio Attorney General Asks Court to Restrict Judge’s Pause on Anti-Trans Law
However, AG David Yost had no issues with the "court's authority" when it issued an injunction against gun ordinances.