Progressives Demand End to US Involvement on 7th Anniversary of Saudi-Led War on Yemen
With each passing day, the crisis in Yemen intensifies.
Oceans Hotter in 2021 Than Any Time in Recorded History
By Kenny Stancil / Common Dreams New research out Tuesday shows that the world’s oceans last year were hotter than they’ve ever been in recorded history—part of a long-term warming…
Men Who Murdered Ahmaud Arbery Sentenced to Life in Prison
During the sentencing hearing, Arbery's mother, Wanda Cooper-Jones, said that the three men who killed her son "chose to target because they didn't want him in their community."
Flint, Michigan’s Newest Health Threat
Despite the public outcry over lead poisoning and pollution in the beleaguered city of Flint, Michigan, a new asphalt plant got the go-ahead on Monday.
More Than 100,000 Take to Streets on Global Day of Action for Climate Justice
On Global Day of Action for Climate Justice, over 100,000 people marched through Glasglow while 300 other demonstrations around the world took place simultaneously, all calling for climate justice.
Senate Panel Approves Extra $29 Billion for Pentagon
The Senate committee vote included $10 billion more than requested.
Nearly 42,000 Sources of Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ Put U.S. Drinking Water at Risk: Study
By Kenny Stancil / Common Dreams Bolstering calls for stronger PFAS regulations and more testing, a new analysis released Tuesday finds nearly 42,000 potential sources of toxic “forever chemicals” that…
Sanders Vows to Tax Billionaires Who Grew 62% Richer During Pandemic
The billionaire class is enjoying a massive windfall as working-class households are being crushed by COVID-19.
Sen. Manchin’s Energy Bill Draws Fire From Climate Justice Advocates
Yet again, a climate measure pushed by a politician as a step in the right direction is found to be full of serious problems.
Pipeline Company Files $15 Billion Claim Against U.S. for Canceled Keystone XL
TC Energy Corporation filed for compensation under a free trade provision that allows investors to sue governments if they impede profits.
U.S. Military Document Puts Socialists in Same Category as Neo-Nazis
The Navy's new counterterrorism training guide says that socialists are "political terrorists," just like neo-Nazis.
Wealth Hoarding by ‘Silver Spoon Oligarchs’ Is Endangering U.S. Democracy: Report
America’s top 50 richest families doubled their combined total wealth in just one year.