Politics
Biden’s economic rescue plan advances, but minimum wage hike more uncertain
February 26, 2021Bernie Sanders is planning an end-run around Senate parliamentarian's ruling blocking the $15 minimum wage.
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Haaland on track to make history as first Native American cabinet secretary
February 26, 2021The Interior Department which Haaland would head "has the most impact on our daily lives - land use, water use, health care, education, and tribal governance," Judith LeBlanc, director of Native Organizers Alliance, said.
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To ‘Build Back Better,’ listen to those disproportionately impacted by COVID-19
February 25, 2021Though often ignored, communities know best what ails them.
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Lies and white supremacy fuel Republican voter suppression campaign
February 25, 2021Republicans whine about “cancel culture,” but it’s they who are scheming to cancel the right to vote for millions—especially people of color.
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Biden immigration bill has shortcomings, but shows promise on several fronts
February 24, 2021Biden's proposal stands in stark contrast to Trump's immigration policy, but immigrant rights advocates say there are still some missing pieces.
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