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August 01, 2023

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'Most Significant Charges Yet': Trump Indicted for Trying to Overturn 2020 Election

"Holding Trump accountable for his crimes pulls our democracy back from the precipice and prevents his criminal attempt to overturn an election from being forgotten or normalized," said one watchdog leader.

Jessica Corbett

Federal Judge Blocks CFPB Rule Aimed at Preventing Discrimination by Small Business Lenders

"Big bank special interests with a record of discrimination have delivered a one-two punch against the bureau in their own selfish interest to turn away borrowers of color with impunity," said one consumer advocate.

Julia Conley

US Supreme Court Declines to Halt Execution of Missouri Man With 'Severe Mental Illness'

"There is no place for the death penalty in a humane society," said Rep. Cori Bush, who urged the GOP governor to intervene in Johnny Johnson's case.

Jessica Corbett

'Will Literally Change Lives': Massachusetts Legislature Approves Universal Free School Meals

"Congress must follow suit and make this a reality for every child who calls America home," said U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley.

Jake Johnson

Congress Takes Recess as Childcare and Health Center Funding Cliffs Loom

"Healthcare for so many people, most of whom have limited resources and are struggling with chronic health conditions, is critical and cannot lapse."

Jake Johnson

After Hottest Month on Record, Oil Giant BP Reports 'Hideous' $2.6 Billion in Profits

"Leaving this industry with the power to profit without consequence is not only morally abhorrent—it's plainly ludicrous in the face of a climate catastrophe that threatens us all," said one campaigner.

Jake Johnson

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Faith Leaders, Parents, and Public Education Advocates Sue Over First US Religious Charter School

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Opinion

As the Country Bakes, Tell the EPA to Strengthen Power Plant Standards

Cleaning up the power sector is a foundational component of any and every viable path to meeting our nation’s climate targets.

Johanna Chao Kreilick

After 21 Years, the Harms of Guantánamo Bay Are Still Unending

A recent U.N. report calls for a way forward that directly addresses the crimes of the past, including the need for public apology, compensation to former detainees, and the shutting down of that infamous prison.

Karen Greenberg

Elon Musk Is Absolutely an Enemy of Free Speech

The magnate positions himself as a champion of free and open debate while taking extraordinary efforts to silence any honest criticism and independent research that might negatively impact him or his businesses.

Tim Karr

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