After Orlando, LGBTQ movement grieves
Around the globe, rainbow flags fly at half-mast. Orlando was not so much of a wake-up call, but rather a reminder. First we mourn, then we act.
Trump: The Great Disconnector
You see much in the country that is worrying and a seemingly endless parade of do-nothing politicians; you are going to raise your voice proudly in favor of change.
Clinton will need Sanders' "political revolution" if she's the nominee
Sanders: "Whether or not I win the nomination, we all must work together to unite the Democratic Party. We must come together to assure that the right wing does not capture the White House.
Mayors hear biased view of California court decision vs. teacher tenure
There is an answer to public education's poor performance: money; we will have to pay for it, just as we pay for a massive military budget.
Packed house at 3rd annual Vito Marcantonio Forum
Vito Marcantonio (1902-1954) was a fourteen-term Congressman from East Harlem.
My first protest demonstration: Where do we go from here?
We must defeat every right-wing politician on Election Day and elect a government that responds to the people's concerns around climate change, rather than denies it.
Lessons from Chile on September 11
In his farewell message while waiting for his death, President Allende explained what was happening: "Foreign capital and imperialism, united with reactionary elements, created the climate."
"Speak Progress" activists coming to a venue near you
Speak Progress speakers provide ideas, analysis and interactive trainings that can inspire your campus, community or union.
Attack on Kansas Jewish centers: Should you care?
Racism and anti-Semitism are two parts of the same "divide and conquer" strategy that the American right wing is using in an attempt to maintain political and economic control.
Ted Cruz, Jesse Helms vs. the people, the vote
Voting rights are a foundation for the realization of justice, equality, and freedom for everyone in our world and in our lives.
