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These Republicans are publicly billing themselves as Trump critics. But when it comes Brett Kavanaugh, they are largely pushing the president's agenda.
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Turning a KKK Bombing Ground Into an Urban Farm
A black-led cooperative movement grows pumpkins and community in Birmingham.
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Labor
The Case for Giving Every American a Share of a Public Wealth Fund
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The Real Lesson from the Downfall of Theranos: We Need to Nationalize the Healthcare System
Tech startups will never be the answer to the healthcare crisis—their business model is opposed to making care equitable and accessible.
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The Abolitionist Case for Prosecuting Killer Cop Jason Van Dyke
On fighting for justice, this side of revolution.
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