Politics
U.S. poverty is soaring, and it’s easy to see why
September 22, 2023I’ve lived and studied poverty most of my life. But you don’t have to be an expert to see why it’s spiking after lawmakers let antipoverty programs expire.
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GM and Stellantis targeted in expanded UAW strike; Ford caves on two-tier pay
September 22, 202338 more UAW locals join the strike; every single GM and Stellantis parts plant targeted.
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Trump orders MAGA House Republicans to shut down the government…again
September 22, 2023Having catered to the Trump faction in order to get (and keep) his job as Speaker, McCarthy is now totally incapable of commanding them.
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Biden, Brazil’s Lula unveil joint deal to promote workers’ rights
September 21, 2023The meeting reflects the Biden administration’s response to pressure coming from different sides: climate activists, the labor movement, fighters for equality, and peace activists.
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Biden at U.N. General Assembly offers little hope for peace
September 20, 2023It is sad that when Biden spoke he offered nothing that either recognized or grappled with the new realities reflected around the world.
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