The year 2020 has caused many white people to realize we live in a racist system. The Green New Deal is about systemic change for all, and deconstructing racism must be front and central in this agenda.
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Organic Farming in the U.S. Is Now Bigger Than Ever
The number of certified organic acres in the country rose by more than 10 percent in the past two years, with organic farms numbering now 15,000 nationwide.
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The Lawsuit That Could Save the Planet
With Donald Trump proposing to undo President Obama's climate legacy, hope for a safe climate future may rest in the hands of the courts – in particular, a ruling that 21 young Americans can proceed to trial against the Obama administration.
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Brexit, Trump and the Transatlantic Populist Revolt
The "Brexit mindset" – a dramatic stab against the establishment that threw the world off its polar axis four and a half months ago – has been replicated in the U.S., signaling tumultuous times ahead.
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3 More States Legalize Recreational Use of Marijuana: How the Map Looks Now
Voters in California, Massachusetts and Nevada decided to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in their states.
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17 Ballot Initiatives to Watch if You Care About Inequality
Voters in many states today will have the opportunity to weigh in on a wide variety of inequality-related issues, from taxing the wealthy to price-gouging on drugs.
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Beyond Lying: Donald Trump’s Authoritarian Reality
Trump has taken an entirely distinct approach to the problem of mass communication.
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Trickle-Up Democracy: State and Local Ballots Give Voters A Say
Measures to reduce the influence of money on politics could win approval in cities and states across the country on Nov. 8.
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Dangerous Myths About Trump That Some Progressives Cling To
Even now, in the last days of this horrendous campaign, we’re amazed by fervent assertions coming from some progressives about Donald Trump. Here are three key myths.
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An Opportunity to Correct Course': Marijuana on the Ballot 2016
Marijuana prohibition has been a costly failure — to individuals, communities, and the entire country.
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Environmentalists Want Your Help Building a Climate Congress
A group of Californians are trying to crowdsource a Wiki on the environmental stances of candidates for the U.S. House and Senate.
