Sanders calls for DOJ investigation into Israeli killing of American activist Ayşenur Eygi
Senator Bernie Sanders demands a DOJ investigation into the killing of Turkish-American activist Ayşenur Eygi by Israeli forces, highlighting a pattern of impunity for the deaths of American citizens in the occupied West Bank.
Brazil becomes the newest country to refuse GMO imports from the United States
As of 2015 there were 38 countries that had banned GM crops.
Why hate speech is not free speech
Hate speech can change the brains of those with mild prejudice, moving it towards hate and threatening action.
6 amazing acts of resistance you weren’t taught about in US history class
There are entire generations of social justice activists and environmental protectors that we don’t learn about in school.
Elon Musk’s ‘thermonuclear’ lawsuit forces Media Matters to lay off dozens amid financial strain
Months after Elon Musk’s defamation lawsuit, Media Matters announces layoffs, citing the financial burden of the ongoing legal battle.
Cashing in on racist bail
Cash bail is racist. No wonder the GOP loves it and is relying on expanding it as a cynical election-year ploy.
LGBTQ+ nightclub shooting in Colorado Springs probed as possible hate crime
"We know the toxic combination of hate and access to guns in this country leads to deadly results," said Rep. David Cicilline.
In times of war, digital activism has power. Here’s how to engage responsibly
Eyewitness accounts, verified facts and culturally sensitive reporting are competing with misinformation, political propaganda and irresponsible journalism.
UN report exposes alarming U.S. human rights violations, urges immediate reforms
"Systemic racism and injustice": UN slams U.S. for widespread human rights breaches.
Progressive Briefing for Thursday, July 19, 2018
"It is time for him to go!" - Michael Avenatti and Alyssa Milano at the White House, Former NY Senate Leader and son convicted of corruption charges in retrial and more.