Saturday, December 21, 2024

Tag: human rights

Is America’s $1 trillion defense budget defensible amid economic struggles?

Bernie Sanders challenges America’s staggering military budget, calling for reforms to address fraud, waste, and misplaced priorities.

Amnesty International accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza: US and Israel...

A new report from Amnesty International alleges genocide in Gaza, sparking international debate and denial from Israel and the U.S.

Israeli siege leaves 130,000 children trapped and facing starvation in Northern...

130,000 children under 10 face starvation and dire conditions as aid remains blocked in northern Gaza.

Tlaib, ACLU, and advocates warn H.R. 9495 could empower Trump to...

Progressives and civil rights groups sound the alarm over legislation that could allow President-elect Trump to strip nonprofits of their tax-exempt status without evidence, threatening free speech and democracy.

ACLU warns campus antisemitism bill could censor criticism of Israel and...

The ACLU opposes bipartisan Senate legislation, arguing it risks equating legitimate criticism of Israel with antisemitism, violating First Amendment protections on college campuses.

Voters across US decide future of abortion rights, passing measures in...

"Every victory counts, and every setback is a reminder of the work that remains to secure bodily autonomy for all Americans.”

‘Harris voters for human rights’ mobilize to defeat Trump and demand...

A coalition of activists advocates for Harris’s election victory while challenging U.S. complicity in the ongoing crisis in Gaza.

UN warns Israel’s North Gaza assault could exterminate entire population

UN official warns of dire consequences for North Gaza’s civilians as Israeli forces target hospitals and shelters.

Abortion is a fundamental human rights issue

It is a women’s rights issue—among the right to vote, the right to free movement, and the right to live free of violence.

Senators condemn Biden’s military aid to Egypt amid rights abuses

Lawmakers argued that Egypt’s authoritarian regime under President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi has shown little to no improvement in its human rights record, despite U.S. pressure.

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Montana Supreme Court delivers landmark ruling in youth climate case against fossil fuels

Montana’s highest court upholds a decision declaring state-sanctioned fossil fuel projects violate the constitutional rights of youth, marking a pivotal moment in climate litigation.

Teamsters launch largest strike against Amazon in US history to demand fair wages and...

Amazon workers launch historic nationwide strike, demanding better wages, safer conditions, and union recognition from the $2 trillion corporation.

Israeli soldiers enforce kill zone in Gaza, targeting civilians and leaving bodies to rot

Israeli forces implement open-fire policies in Gaza’s Netzarim Corridor, targeting civilians and leaving corpses uncollected as a warning to others.

Elon Musk for Speaker of the House? Republicans float billionaire amid spending bill fight

Republicans propose Elon Musk as Speaker of the House after his role in sinking a spending bill, raising unprecedented ethical and governance concerns.

Syria’s new fundamentalist government: Women ‘biologically’ unsuited to politics, universities to be segregated

The comments provoked a firestorm of protest among Syrian women and, well, non-fundamentalists.