Tag: Baltimore
Catastrophe at Key Bridge: The Dali’s history of navigational blunders culminates...
This incident not only highlights the Dali's checkered navigational record but also casts a spotlight on maritime safety standards and the scrutiny applied to vessels with histories of infractions.
Baltimore joins over 100 US cities in official endorsement of Medicare...
The resolution is seen as a step toward addressing health inequities and improving outcomes for all residents in Baltimore and beyond.
Activists working to defund Baltimore’s police face roadblocks
While grassroots activists have made progress on the aforementioned fronts, the demand to defund police remains stubbornly out of reach—for now.
US cities are suffocating in the heat. Now they want retribution
In a recent lawsuit, the city argues that fossil fuel companies should be held responsible for such costs because they knowingly contributed to the climate crisis.
Baltimore, Rhode Island argue they’re suing fossil fuel companies over climate...
While the Baltimore and Rhode Island cases proceed in state courts, the fossil fuel companies continue to pursue federal court jurisdiction.
Baltimore residents: Trump’s attacks on the city are rooted in “racism...
President Trump is facing widespread outrage after describing Baltimore as a “disgusting, rat and rodent infested mess.”
Baltimore joins global movement, becoming the first major US city to...
The global movement to stop privatization deals and expand public ownership just scored a huge victory in Baltimore, as residents voted overwhelmingly to ban putting their water in private hands.
Baltimore set to become first major American city to ban water...
"Access to clean and affordable water should be looked at as a basic human right."
Progressive Briefing for Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Baltimore set to become first major American city to outlaw water privatization, House Democrats fight back against Big Pharma, Republicans want to give Trump the power to shut down media, and more.
On ‘front lines of climate change,’ Baltimore lawsuit aims to hold...
"These oil and gas companies knew for decades that their products would harm communities like ours."
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Senate rejects Sanders’ push to halt US arms sales as weapons fuel 44,000 deaths...
The Senate overwhelmingly voted against the measures, leaving advocates of peace and human rights questioning U.S. complicity in the alleged war crimes unfolding in Gaza.
Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections
Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas leader in landmark decision
The ICC’s decision follows months of investigation into allegations of atrocities committed by both Israeli forces and Hamas, marking a pivotal moment in international justice.
A progressive vision for education in the 21st century
This system spans early childhood education, K-12 education, higher education, and workforce development—each piece a load-bearing support for the American dream.
David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...
As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.