How Progressives Can Make Change on Election Day—No Matter What Happens With Congress How Progressives Can Make Change on Election Day—No Matter What Happens With Congress
Thirteen ballot initiatives that could raise wages, ban fracking, protect immigrants, and house the homeless.
Nov 5, 2018 / Cities Rising / Simon Davis-Cohen
The Most Important Ballot Measures of 2018 The Most Important Ballot Measures of 2018
Amid the din of election activity, don’t forget the power and potential of the ballot initiative.
Oct 24, 2018 / Simon Davis-Cohen
As Governor, Could Andrew Gillum Set Florida’s Cities Free? As Governor, Could Andrew Gillum Set Florida’s Cities Free?
As mayor of Tallahassee, Gillum launched a campaign against state suppression of local democracy.
Aug 30, 2018 / Simon Davis-Cohen
Meet the Legal Theorists Behind the Financial Takeover of Puerto Rico Meet the Legal Theorists Behind the Financial Takeover of Puerto Rico
Two lawyers argue that the feds should impose “dictatorships for democracy” on cities and government bodies in fiscal crisis.
Oct 30, 2017 / Simon Davis-Cohen
Footage of the Largest Gang Raid in NYPD History Reveals the Agency’s Military-Style Tactics Footage of the Largest Gang Raid in NYPD History Reveals the Agency’s Military-Style Tactics
Incoming police commissioner James O’Neill oversaw the arrests.
Sep 1, 2016 / Simon Davis-Cohen
Why Is It Illegal to Export American Oil? Why Is It Illegal to Export American Oil?
Some companies want the ban dropped.
Jun 4, 2014 / Editorial / Simon Davis-Cohen
Why Are Fracking Hopefuls Suing a County in New Mexico? Why Are Fracking Hopefuls Suing a County in New Mexico?
Mora County is challenging legal doctrines that privilege corporations and Big Carbon.
May 12, 2014 / Simon Davis-Cohen
Youth Are Taking the Government to Court Over Its Failure to Address Climate Change Youth Are Taking the Government to Court Over Its Failure to Address Climate Change
With little precedent for climate change litigation, youth turn to the public trust doctrine.
Apr 25, 2014 / StudentNation / Simon Davis-Cohen and StudentNation
LA City Council Tells Big Oil To Frack Off LA City Council Tells Big Oil To Frack Off
As residents complain of nosebleeds and headaches, the country’s biggest oil-producing city moves to ban hydraulic fracturing.
Mar 27, 2014 / Cities Rising / Simon Davis-Cohen
Foster Youth Win an Important Victory in Oregon Foster Youth Win an Important Victory in Oregon
Foster youth are leading the fight for public child welfare services.
Mar 7, 2014 / StudentNation / Simon Davis-Cohen and StudentNation