Far-reaching cancellation enacted by Biden could add more than $173 billion to the nation's GDP in 2022 alone.
"If you think that Senate Democrats rose up to [Republicans'] shameful display of modern McCarthyism by rallying around President Biden's nominee or her ideas that banking should work for the middle class, then you don't know the soul of today's Democratic Party," wrote one columnist.
The country's prime minister has agreed to roll back laws that threatened to corporatize agriculture, jeopardizing the food security of more than 800 million people and further enriching the ultra-rich.
"We can tell you firsthand that our Republican senators have no interest in joining this effort."
One activist called divestment "an ethical responsibility" given that "maintaining the status quo of fossil fuel energy production and investments will unquestionably lead to a self-created catastrophe."
"It's time to cast a vote on behalf of all beneficiaries. Not with cuts, but with improvements to their lives."
"Do we want America to stand for fairness or to be just another spot for billionaires' buried treasure?" asked Rep. Bill Pascrell.
As the US teeters on the brink of outlawing abortion, an expert from Poland explains the practical and emotional consequences of such a ban.
We need parents and families to teach values and reinforce behavior that challenges the gun-slinger culture.
The cruel irony is Washington supports most of the world's autocratic nations with weapons and money.
While the Biden administration vows to "stand up for Ukraine," one expert implored U.S. leaders to "recognize our own provocations and aggressions" and to "make an effort to understand Russia."
Big bank executives should be given a clear choice: ignore thousands of their customers or stop funding fossil fuels.
Preliminary returns showed effort to oust progressive city council member was supported by 53% of voters, but crucial late ballots might lean in her favor.
"Without meaningful accountability for that member's actions, we risk normalizing this behavior and endangering the lives of our Muslim colleagues, Muslim staffers, and every Muslim who calls America home," said Rep. Ayanna Pressley.
Ultimately, even apologies won't be enough for the victims of U.S. government torture. The association should also join other human rights groups in publicly calling for the permanent closure of this ignominious offshore prison.
One critic called the proposal, which describes green investment policies as a form of "energy discrimination," a "desperate attempt by fossil fuel companies and their lobbyists to maintain their profits."
"Why is there more money for the military-industrial complex," asked one critic, "at the same time the U.S. is refusing to spend the $25 billion needed to make enough additional vaccines to vaccinate the world?"
Proposed borders bill would cause more suffering and less protection.
It's up to you and me to decide what it means to be a socialist in 21st century America.
"There was no CBO score needed. No concern about the deficit. No mention of inflation," said Rep. Jamaal Bowman.
"My simple question is, why in the world would the United States reward a regime that has caused such pain in Yemen with more weapons," Sanders asked after the vote. "The answer is we should not."
"As our world has become increasingly dependent on digital spaces during the Covid-19 pandemic, it's critical that Twitter meet this moment with demonstrated commitment to improving the online experiences of all users, regardless of their identity."
"If our senators are willing to suspend the filibuster to protect our economy, they should be willing to suspend it to protect our democracy and our freedom to vote."
"Guantánamo is a centerpiece of the forever wars. It is a shameful symbol of racial injustice, torture, and violations of the Constitution and international law."
To counter these attacks on democracy, voting rights advocates are pressuring Senate Democrats to eliminate the filibuster.
