Wednesday, October 9, 2024

■ Today's Top News 


Historic ICC War Crimes Complaint Names 1,000 Israeli Soldiers

"This complaint is not only the largest ever submitted to the ICC, but it is also a milestone in documenting Israeli war crimes for future generations."

By Brett Wilkins



'Big Oil's Reckless Conduct' Caused Milton—And Now They Should Pay, Say Advocates

"The failure by our political class to deal with this completely solvable issue is staggering and shameful," wrote one journalist.

By Julia Conley



FCC Chair Rebukes DeSantis-Run Florida for Threatening TV Station Over Abortion Ad

Another critic said that "this is the latest proof that there is no limit to how low DeSantis will stoop to censor free speech and punish dissent."

By Jessica Corbett



Study Shows Trump Plan Would Slash Taxes for Richest 5%, Hike Them for Everyone Else

"Trump's tax proposals would substantially raise taxes on regular Americans while delivering more tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy," said the executive director of the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy.

By Jake Johnson



Video From 2040 Begs This Question of Gaza Genocide in 2024: 'What Did You Do to Stop It?'

"Yes, we watched hundreds of thousands of children being killed, maimed, and starved—and we just kept watching," one writer said in response to the powerful clip.

By Brett Wilkins



Progressives Demand Federal Action Against Companies 'Exploiting' Hurricanes for Profit

"This egregious price-gouging hampers evacuations and undermines recovery efforts, while putting vulnerable residents in serious jeopardy."

By Jake Johnson


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■ Opinion


Most in US Oppose Support for Israel's War on Gaza—So Why Are We Still Paying for It?

More than statistics, law, and politics, our nation’s role in the Palestinian genocide should shake our conscience and cause us to question its morality. Are human rights and justice good for some but not others?

By Farrah Hassen


Teachers Are Risking Their Jobs to Tell the Truth About Palestine; They Need Our Support

Parents, community members, social justice organizations, and solidarity activists must demand a school curriculum that looks forthrightly at the history of Zionism and Palestinian struggles for justice.

By Bill Bigelow


Helene, the Climate Emergency, and Insurance Industry Hypocrisy

Homeowners should not be forced to bear the brunt of both the physical destruction and the financial fallout from climate change.

By Lindsay Fenlock,Charles Slidders,Nikki Reisch