Environment and politics: one and the same
"Capitalism is fundamentally incapable of dealing with climate change." These were the words of microbial ecologist Steve McCallister.
Wisconsin board certifies recall signatures
"Today is another historic day in democracy for the state of Wisconsin," said Phil Neuenfeldt, president of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO.
"Holiday on ICE" is anything but, immigration lawyers charge
This hearing ignored the grim reality of the U.S. immigration detention system, which is marked by abuse.
Top Dem says control of House a tossup in 2012
"My job is to elect 25 Democrats so we can stop these union-bashing, Medicare-privatizing, Social Security-destroying House Republicans," said Rep. Steve Israel.
New York City Council calls for justice for Trayvon Martin
A resolution expressing the council's outrage was initiated by council members Letitia James, D-Brooklyn, and Melissa Mark-Viverito, D-Manhattan.
Video shows shooter uninjured after Trayvon murder
There are no visible signs of injuries to Zimmermann's head or blood on his clothes. His attorney has said that his client suffered a broken nose and a gash to his head .
Supreme Court ruling means mom's life or death
A California mother of two in the crowd on the steps of the Supreme Court defended President Obama's health care reform law
New revelation critical in Trayvon Martin case
Startling new revelations have emerged in the case of Trayvon Martin, adding to the national outrage over his murder.
Oaklanders demand justice for Trayvon Martin
Protesters, many wearing hoodies and carrying Skittles and cans of iced tea, gathered in front of City Hall March 26 to express solidarity with the family of slain Florida teenager Trayvon Martin.
Gulf dolphins suffer post-oil spill illnesses
In Barataria Bay, La. (located in the northern Gulf of Mexico), bottlenose dolphins are suffering from severe illnesses - the aftermath of the BP oil spill, according to a report by Click Green.
