Sinema op-ed defending Senate filibuster ‘delusional’
Rep. Mondaire Jones said Sinema is effectively arguing that “we should let Republicans destroy democracy now because at some indeterminate time in the future they may try again.” by Jake Johnson, Staff Writer Tuesday, June 22,…
Full forest closure for the Kaibab NF
Rafael Wildfire by Meteor Staff Monday, June 21, 5pm – MST Flagstaff, Ariz. June 21, 2021 — FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., June 21, 2021 — Due to fire danger, dry conditions, and persistent wildfire activity during…
Coconino NF closes Wednesday
by Meteor staff June 21, 2021 Flagstaff, Ariz., Due to fire danger, dry conditions, and persistent wildfire activity to the West and South of Flagstaff during a time when firefighting resources are sparse, the…
Wildfire ‘Set’ status for Kachina Village, North to I-40
The Rafael Fire by Meteor Staff Monday, June 21 From Coconino County Sheriff’s Office: Due to wildfire, all areas south of 1-40, west of I-17, including University Heights, Kachina Village, Forest Highlands, Pine Dell, & Woody…
Facebook let pro-Trump group pose as leftists to split Democratic vote
Republican Troll Farm in Phoenix “This is a story about Facebook, the FEC, and broken systems,” said a former Facebook employee. “Now it’s time for the FEC to prove that perverting justice has consequences.” by Julia…
‘Keystone XL Is Dead!’: After 10-year battle, Climate Movement victory is complete
“Keystone XL is now the most famous fossil fuel project killed by the climate movement,’ said one veteran campaigner, “but it won’t be the last.” by Jon Queally, staff writer June 9, 2021 fter more than…
Poor People’s Campaign to march against Manchin obstructionism in West Virginia
‘We Are Coming’ “Manchin’s positions are wrong, constitutionally inconsistent, historically inaccurate, morally indefensible, economically insane, and politically unacceptable,” said the Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II. by Brett Wilkins, Staff Writer June 8, 2021 …
The Secret IRS files: Trove of never-before-seen records reveal how the wealthiest avoid income tax
ProPublica has obtained a vast cache of IRS information showing how billionaires like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Warren Buffett pay little in income tax compared to their massive wealth — sometimes, even nothing. by Jesse…
2021-2030: The Renewal Decade
Protecting and regenerating the viability of our blue-green home is the essential work of the next few years. Everyone is needed and we each have a role to play. by Diana Donlon June 5, 2021 On…
G7 countries reach deal on 15% global minimum tax rate for multinational corporations
One critic of the agreement said that “by settling for anything less than a 25% tax rate, the G7 is telling their citizens and the world that they’re willing to keep the race to the bottom…
Comparing AR-15s to Swiss Army knives, federal judge overturns California’s assault weapons ban
“People are going to die because of this ruling,” warned the father of a gun violence victim. by Jake Johnson, staff writer Saturday, June 5, 2021 Gun safety advocates, relatives of gun violence victims, and members…
Biden faces backlash over ‘shameful’ capitulation to GOP governors as they end unemployment lifelines
“You only take back the lifeline when people aren’t drowning,” said Claire Guzdar of the Groundwork Collaborative. by Jake Johnson, Staff Writer June 5, 2021 Biden administration officials publicly signaled Friday that they have no intention…
100+ groups push Schumer, Dems to nuke filibuster
‘Perilous New Moment for Our Democracy’ “In the face of Republicans’ inability and unwillingness to defend our democracy, it is clearer than ever that the filibuster needs to be eliminated.” “In the face of Republicans’ inability…
Sinema lambasted for claiming filibuster ‘protects’ democracy as it’s used to block Voting Rights bill
“It’s completely insane that some Dems (ahem Manchin/Sinema) would rather keep the Jim Crow filibuster than stop an avalanche of Jim Crow 2.0 voter suppression laws.” by Jake Johnson, staff writer Thursday, June 3, 2021 …
GOP Governors’ termination of jobless aid could cost local economies over $12 billion
“If states proceed with their plans to end these critical programs, they will be ripping the rug out from under millions of Americans and further hindering our economic recovery.” by Jake Johnson, staff writer Thursday, June…
Arizona plans executions with same gas used by Nazis at Auschwitz
“Let that sink in for a minute,” said Sister Helen Prejean, a prominent death penalty abolitionist. “Then take action.” by Brett Wilkins, staff writer Tuesday, June 1, 2021 Death penalty abolitionists have expressed shock in…
Ending food insecurity in Native communities means restoring land rights, handing back control
Since the 1980s, an influx of fast food restaurants and convenience stores and an exodus of supermarkets in poorer neighborhoods across the U.S. have led to chronic disease disparities in low-income communities and racial minorities. This…
Sanders warns Dems could lose Congress if they get mired in ‘never-ending’ negotiations with GOP
“The Democrats in Congress must move forward boldly, protecting the working families of our country and restoring faith in government. Yes, the future of the country is at stake.” by Jake Johnson, staff writer Friday, May…
Is the Big Lie a ‘test run’ for what comes next?
With Republicans set to block a commission to probe the January 6 attack, progressives warn “the insurrection never actually stopped.” by Jessica Corbett, staff writer Thursday, May 27, 2021 With Senate Republicans expected to use…
Israeli newspaper publishes photos of all 67 Palestinian children killed in Gaza onslaught
‘This Is the Price of War’ “Conversations around Israel/Palestine are changing in Jewish communities across the globe,” said rabbi and author Abby Stein. “It’s about time.” by Julia Conley, staff writer Thursday, May 27, 2021 …
Workers stage Global Day of Action to #MakeAmazonPay
“Loud and clear, Amazon’s producers, distributors, and delivery drivers are telling Jeff Bezos: pay your workers.” by Brett Wilkins, staff writer Asserting that workers—not CEO Jeff Bezos—drive Amazon’s success, employees of the world’s largest online…
Arizona’s current historic drought may be ‘baseline for the future’
by Alyssa Marksz, Cronkite News May 27, 2021 WASHINGTON – Arizona and other Western states just lived through the driest year in more than a century, with no drought relief in sight in the near…
Engine No. 1’s big win over Exxon shows activist hedge funds joining fight against climate change
by Mark DesJardine, Penn State and Tima Bansal, Western University One of the most expensive Wall Street shareholder battles on record could signal a big shift in how hedge funds and other investors view sustainability. Exxon…
Court Rules Shell must cut CO2 emissions 45% by 2030
‘Landslide Victory for Climate Justice’ “This is a turning point in history,” said an attorney who noted that the ruling “may also have major consequences for other big polluters.” by Jessica Corbett, staff writer Wednesday, May…
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