Elections in Virginia, the “Old Dominion”
In recent decades, social and demographic changes, as well as the victories of the Civil Rights movement, have been eroding Virginia's reputation as a bulwark of reaction.
Romney's win spurs Florida organizing to "pink slip Mitt" in November
Candidates spent heavily on TV spots in the days leading up to the primary, fueled by lavish corporate contributions to Super PACs.
U.S. information center named for Paul Robeson
In a ceremony last week, the U.S. Embassy in Jamaica named its Information Resource Center for the African American singer-actor-activist Paul Robeson.
FBI wants to follow people on Facebook and Twitter
The FBI is planning on monitoring all 'publicly available data' on social networks like Facebook and Twitter, through a new system it wants to develop.
Tulsa announces more cuts in minority areas
Objections were raised to the city's failure to consult with the taxpaying voters in the affected community before making such important decisions.
Pythons invading Everglades, hunting animals to extinction
"Last October, we found a 50-foot snake with an 80-pound doe inside it."
A “conservative solution to inequality,” or, what they really think
If that formulation just slapped you in the face with its open arrogance, Ferguson is just getting started.
Progressive SuperPAC targets Tea Party Republicans
The SuperPAC, a form of political committee that has served the political interests of the wealthy, is being turned on its head by the CREDO SuperPAC.
Oakland police arrest hundreds of Occupy protesters
Police arrested some 400 demonstrators Jan. 28 in response to the latest attempt by Occupy Oakland activists to occupy a vacant building and establish a new encampment there.
Food safety watchdog says poultry guidelines don't go far enough
A new set of guidelines proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is a welcome development but does not take enough steps to reduce bacteria levels, a consumer advocates' group said.
