Tag: Books
Little Free Library’s not-so-little commitment to getting the word out
These book-sharing boxes promote literacy and strengthen communities.
Banning what matters
What could be more wonderful than a place that allows people to read books, magazines, and newspapers for free?
Combating censorship: Pressley’s bill targets discriminatory book bans as civil rights...
In a bold move against escalating book bans, Rep. Ayanna Pressley introduces a legislative response to safeguard diversity and freedom in literature.
Burning books (or rather book companies)
Think of this as the modern capitalist version of burning books, though as with those fossil-fuel companies, it is, in reality, more like burning the future.
Can progressives talk about love without embarrassment?
A review of Michael Lerner’s new book, Revolutionary Love: A Political Manifesto to Heal and Transform the World.
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This is not a drill. Fascism is on the ballot. But …
Rather than being for personal absolution, voting is a tool in the political toolbox—if the goal is to avert the worst and improve the chances for constructing a future worthy of humanity.
South Africa files ‘overwhelming’ evidence at ICJ, accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza
In light of Israel’s ongoing defiance, the international community must explore alternative measures to enforce the ICJ’s judgment, should it rule in favor of South Africa’s case.
Study finds black-colored plastic kitchen utensils, takeout containers may contain cancerous chemicals due to...
Researchers discovered everyday black plastic cooking utensils contain harmful flame retardants through current recycling processes.
Philadelphia DA sues Musk’s PAC over alleged voter lottery, citing bribery and election interference
America PAC, a super PAC funded by Musk, is offering $1 million daily to a registered voter in a swing state who signs a petition supporting the First and Second Amendments.
The plastics industry’s wish list for a second Trump administration
Endorsed by petrochemical lobbyists, the legislation is being criticized by environmentalists who are calling it the industry’s own Project 2025.