Saturday, January 4, 2025
■ The Week in Review
Hundreds of advocacy organizations warned lawmakers that "enacting Medicaid cuts would betray your constituents of all political affiliations who are seeking more economic security, not less."
By Jake Johnson • Jan 3, 2025
"We're grateful for President Biden's willingness to take bold action to maintain a strong domestic steel industry and for his lifelong commitment to American workers," said United Steelworkers International President David McCall.
By Eloise Goldsmith • Jan 3, 2025
The ruling creates a "dangerous regulatory gap that leaves consumers vulnerable and gives broadband providers unchecked power over Americans’ internet access," said one advocate.
By Julia Conley • Jan 2, 2025
"This administration will likely be coming very quickly to try to take down the Palestinian rights movement," said a Jewish Voice for Peace Action leader.
By Jessica Corbett • Jan 2, 2025
One analyst said the House Ethics Committee has "effectively legalized the conversion of campaign funds for personal use."
By Jake Johnson • Jan 2, 2025
Rep. Jim McGovern said the House GOP's rules package offers "the clearest window yet into their agenda for the next two years."
By Jake Johnson • Jan 2, 2025
"Our real problem is not so much a healthcare crisis as it is a political and economic one," he wrote in an op-ed.
By Olivia Rosane • Jan 1, 2025
"How did a bill to protect Netanyahu make it into the House rules package to be voted on immediately after the speaker vote?" asked one lawmaker. "Where are our priorities?!"
By Jessica Corbett • Jan 1, 2025
"If there was ever a moment when progressives needed to communicate our vision to the people of our country, this is that time," wrote Sen. Bernie Sanders. "Despair is not an option."
By Jake Johnson • Dec 31, 2024
"There is no better way to remember him," said Amy Carter.
By Jessica Corbett • Dec 30, 2024