Tag: coronavirus pandemic
Bernie urges Treasury Secretary to clarify PPP loan forgiveness
"We encourage Treasury and the SBA to act now to avoid more confusion for small business owners and lenders."
Beware the Pentagon’s pandemic profiteers
Hasn’t the military-industrial complex taken enough of our money?
Trump-tied companies receive millions in small business aid
Some multi-million dollar loans are going to large companies as small businesses wait for monetary relief.
It’s crucial to distinguish between can’t and won’t—with a million lives...
It’s not a law of microbiology that requires that we allow the coronavirus to infect hundreds of millions of people, but a choice made by governments.
Prominent economists ask government for substantial improvements to short-time compensation program...
“Congress has the power to protect ordinary workers during this public health and economic crisis.”
Greenhouse gas emissions set for record decline due to coronavirus lockdowns
"I hope the striking improvements in air quality we've seen remind us what things could be like if we shifted to green power and electric vehicles."
Frontline healthcare personnel at risk from COVID-19 because of age or...
"Millions of health workers likely to be exposed to SARS–CoV-2 have medical conditions that increase their risk for poor COVID-19 outcomes."
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.
Trump attacks Post Office while carriers & clerks die from COVID-19
Trump claims the agency is only losing money because it is undercharging Amazon and other companies for shipping.
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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.
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.
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.
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.