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The New “Great Dying” Deserves Our Attention And Action

The US Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed listing monarch butterflies under the Endangered Species Act, following a dramatic decline of over 95% in their populations in recent decades. This measure aims to prevent their potential extinction by 2080.

Eliminating Women In Power

In 2025, the U.S. military is left without a single woman holding a four-star rank, underscoring the resurgence of barriers for women in the armed forces amidst a broader cultural conflict.

Trump’s Budget Is A Betrayal Of His Promise To Working-Class Americans

President Trump and House Republicans have advanced a budget through Congress mandating the most significant Medicaid cuts in history, alongside reductions to programs vital for the health, safety, and financial stability of millions of average Americans.

Does Another Thaddeus Stevens Exist?

Thaddeus Stevens, a white advocate for racial justice, asserted that freedom without economic independence was insufficient, and championed land and resource distribution for formerly enslaved Black people, a legacy that continues to inspire contemporary efforts toward equity.

Defend The Department Of Education — Our Children’s Future Depends On It

In a significant move, the Trump administration has initiated efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, a step that threatens to undermine educational equity, civil rights, and the future of economic mobility in the United States.

A Must See: Six Triple Eight

Tyler Perry's film Six Triple Eight, featuring Kerry Washington, pays homage to the Black women who played pivotal roles during the Korean War. The movie is a compelling and essential viewing experience for Black women, celebrating their significant contributions and resilience.

Will Ben Carson And Tim Scott Speak Up?

The Smithsonian Institution's Secretary Lonnie Bunch and other staff members have expressed their discontent following an executive order mandating the removal of 'improper, divisive or anti-American ideology' from its museums, specifically targeting the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Will The Hands Off Movement Have Momentum?

MoveOn has orchestrated nationwide rallies opposing the President's proposed alterations to Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and 401-k accounts. Thousands participated, advocating for justice and mobilizing against the administration's policies.

Trump’s Tariffs Hurt Workers. A Smarter Trade Strategy Could Empower Them. 

The Trump administration's recent tariffs on imported goods are criticized as a political maneuver that will increase costs for American families and workers, contrasting with the Biden-Harris administration's efforts to foster a clean and equitable economy.

George Foreman Was The Last Man Standing From Boxing’s Heavyweight Golden Era

George Foreman, a former world heavyweight champion, transitioned from a 15-year-old dropout to a successful boxer and entrepreneur. As the last of the three heavyweights who dominated the 1970s, he set three significant boxing records.

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