Friday, November 1, 2024

Millions of people face stimulus check delays for a strange reason: They are poor

The IRS has had trouble getting money to people quickly because millions of Americans pay for their tax preparation through a baroque system of middlemen.

The 5th coronavirus relief package we need

Most of the elements of the 5th Relief Package we need have been introduced by various members of Congress, but they won’t be included if we don’t speak up and demand real emergency relief.

A time of hope for Ethiopia

As the country begins to move forward, those working for change need to be encouraged and supported in their efforts.

Bernie welcomes Sen. Schumer’s support to cut defense budget by 10 percent during pandemic

"If there was ever a time to fundamentally change our national priorities, now is that time."

Unpaid: Inside the ‘lawless jungle’ of worker exploitation after Hurricane Harvey

The amount of money not paid to workers after Hurricane Harvey is unknown.

Army Corps claims they will not forcibly remove anyone from Standing Rock

The Army Corps is clarifying their statement, stating that they do not have plans to forcibly remove anyone, but that those that do stay are at risk of being ticketed or arrested.

Federal judge rules against Education Department in student borrower protection cases

"This is such an important win for student borrowers and anyone who cares about a government that operates under the rule of law."

New poll indicates Democratic women are most motivated voting group ahead of midterm elections

Experts are hoping that the group "most motivated" to vote above all others will "form the battle lines for this fall’s midterm elections."

The time to act is now: Stop Kavanaugh!

“It’s about time we’re heard – and not just heard, but action is taken."

Democrats: Don’t go high or low. Go big and bold

Of course Democrats have to fight him. But they also have to lift America beyond him.