Stores. Schools. Movie theaters, Concerts. Clubs. Everyday places turned into scenes of death and tragedy. We are facing a twin crisis: mass shootings and a frightening resurrgence in white supremacist violence. Just this year, there have been 255 mass shootings in the U.S. Deadly hate crimes rose for the fourth year in a row. As we grieve, we demand action.
Read MoreThis is an incredible victory for the over 33.5 million people who would get a much needed raise and for the thousands of organizers, activists and progressive lawmakers who have fought so hard for $15 and a union all across this country.
Read MoreRaising the minimum wage will help working people make ends meet and pump millions back into local economies, just as it has in the states and cities who have already raised their minimum wage.
Read MorePresident Trump and his hardline advisors lack a basic understanding of the immigration crisis, and they are utterly lacking in compassion. We must respond with brains and with heart.
Read MoreMedicare for All is the best proposal for lowering costs and achieving universal coverage. It covers long-term care, home health care, mental health, maternity care, abortion services, prescription drugs and dental benefits.
Read MoreThe $15 minimum wage is the progressive idea that working families need. The regional minimum wage is regressive. Here’s why.
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