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Youth Are on the Frontlines in Ferguson, and They Refuse to Back Down

Youth Are on the Frontlines in Ferguson, and They Refuse to Back Down Youth Are on the Frontlines in Ferguson, and They Refuse to Back Down

Faced with police brutality, white hostility and entrenched racism, young activists are showing the world a new kind of resistance.

Oct 16, 2014 / Muna Mire

Pre-Season #FreePalestine NBA Protests Come to DC

Pre-Season #FreePalestine NBA Protests Come to DC Pre-Season #FreePalestine NBA Protests Come to DC

Israeli basketball fans say it’s just a game. Palestinian fans say it’s their game too and are disappointed the NBA has taken away a safe space, an escape from conflict...

Oct 16, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Jail Time Is a Terrible Way to Treat Substance Abuse

Jail Time Is a Terrible Way to Treat Substance Abuse Jail Time Is a Terrible Way to Treat Substance Abuse

By facilitating access to treatment and services, Seattle’s drug-enforcement program actually helps those suffering from substance abuse, while revolutionizing criminal justice.

Oct 16, 2014 / Kara Dansky

It’s Time for Everyone to Come Out of the Debt Closet

It’s Time for Everyone to Come Out of the Debt Closet It’s Time for Everyone to Come Out of the Debt Closet

NYU Queer Union tackles student debt with their second annual “Come Out of the Debt Closet” event.

Oct 15, 2014 / StudentNation / StudentNation

Maricopa County's Tent City jail in Phoenix.

What Happens When A City Decides to Offer Addicts Services, Not Prison Sentences? What Happens When A City Decides to Offer Addicts Services, Not Prison Sentences?

Inspired by Seattle, Santa Fe adopts the LEAD program to divert people arrested for drug possession away from the criminal justice system and into treatment.

Oct 15, 2014 / Aaron Miguel Cantú

Are the Beltway Media Helping Mitch McConnell Stay in Power?

Are the Beltway Media Helping Mitch McConnell Stay in Power? Are the Beltway Media Helping Mitch McConnell Stay in Power?

After thirty years in the Senate, Mitch’s loss would make MSM Rolodexes obsolete.

Oct 15, 2014 / Leslie Savan

If the GOP Wins the Senate, Expect a Total Assault on Reproductive Rights

If the GOP Wins the Senate, Expect a Total Assault on Reproductive Rights If the GOP Wins the Senate, Expect a Total Assault on Reproductive Rights

After November 4, America could follow Texas down a very anti-woman path.

Oct 15, 2014 / Ilyse Hogue

Juvenile Detention Facility

Will Your Child Grow Up to Be Victim or Torturer? Will Your Child Grow Up to Be Victim or Torturer?

While 90 percent of teens break the law, only some enter a violent system.

Oct 15, 2014 / Column / Patricia J. Williams

From St. Louis to South LA, American Youth Move the Moment

From St. Louis to South LA, American Youth Move the Moment From St. Louis to South LA, American Youth Move the Moment

Across the country, young people rally, converge and stage sit-ins to end mass criminalization—and more.

Oct 14, 2014 / StudentNation / StudentNation

Grimes Beats McConnell in Kentucky Debate

Grimes Beats McConnell in Kentucky Debate Grimes Beats McConnell in Kentucky Debate

But mainstream media find it hard to admit. 

Oct 14, 2014 / Leslie Savan

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