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The entrance to Centennial Park in Atlanta, Georgia.

Olympic Workers of the World Unite! Olympic Workers of the World Unite!

In the age of Covid-19, Olympic athletes across the globe are standing up to demand a bigger piece of the five-ring cake.

Apr 29, 2020 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff

In Israel, the Betrayal that Made Netanyahu King

In Israel, the Betrayal that Made Netanyahu King In Israel, the Betrayal that Made Netanyahu King

Rather than join with the Arab-led list and embrace true democracy, Benny Gantz chose chauvinism and corruption. 

Apr 29, 2020 / Haggai Matar

Donald Trump kisses Kim Reynolds on the cheek

Meatpacking Plants Are a Front in the Covid-19 Class War Meatpacking Plants Are a Front in the Covid-19 Class War

Eager to reopen the economy, Donald Trump and Republican governors are taking extraordinary measures to force the poor to do dangerous jobs.

Apr 29, 2020 / Jeet Heer

CNN’s Exceptional Climate Journalism Achievement

CNN’s Exceptional Climate Journalism Achievement CNN’s Exceptional Climate Journalism Achievement

Human stories, robust science, and calling out corporate villains makes The Road to Change a must-see tour de force.

Apr 29, 2020 / Mark Hertsgaard

Drawing in Self-Isolation

Drawing in Self-Isolation Drawing in Self-Isolation

Stay-in-Place-Keep-Making-Art! 

Apr 29, 2020 / OppArt / Anton Van Dalen

Finding Humor When ‘Shit Is So Terrible’: A Conversation With Samantha Irby

Finding Humor When ‘Shit Is So Terrible’: A Conversation With Samantha Irby Finding Humor When ‘Shit Is So Terrible’: A Conversation With Samantha Irby

We talked to the writer and comedian about privacy, blogging, chronic illness, and how to actually enjoy social media.
 

Apr 29, 2020 / Q&A / Rima Parikh

How to Reopen Congress Quickly, Safely—and Remotely

How to Reopen Congress Quickly, Safely—and Remotely How to Reopen Congress Quickly, Safely—and Remotely

The people’s branch must start using proxy votes and virtual oversight hearings so they can do their job.

Apr 29, 2020 / John Nichols

A Letter to My Landlord

A Letter to My Landlord A Letter to My Landlord

Scenes from a pandemic: 5

Apr 29, 2020 / Anna Flores

Oil pump

Covid-19 Is Forcing Us to Rethink How We Consume Energy Covid-19 Is Forcing Us to Rethink How We Consume Energy

The coronavirus pandemic may have one silver lining: the potential collapse of big oil. 

Apr 29, 2020 / Michael T. Klare

A postal worker making a delivery

Take Action Now: Bail Out People, Not Corporations Take Action Now: Bail Out People, Not Corporations

Support frontline workers, fight for climate justice, and demand a bailout that works for all of us.

Apr 28, 2020 / NationAction

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