Florida legislators derailing democracy
Voters approved amendments to protect voting rights and prevent political gerrymandering, but legislators are stalling their implementation.
“Historic victory”: Insurance companies must cover birth control
Starting next year, insurers will be required to fully cover, with no copays, contraception and other preventive health services for women.
Spider-Man spins web of racial diversity
When it comes to racial diversity in comic books, the times are changing for the better.
Reed Smith, leader for social justice, dies at 86
A lifelong peace and civil rights activist, he helped form the first integrated housing development in Waterbury in the 1950s.
Texas education board votes in favor of reason
The Texas Board of Education voted 14-0 on July 22 to approve high school textbook supplements that promote a scientifically accurate understanding of evolution and the beginnings of life on earth.
Illinois governor signs state DREAM Act into law
In a packed auditorium at the Benito Juarez high school, hundreds of elected officials, students, community leaders and immigrant rights supporters watched as Gov. Pat Quinn signed the Illinois DREAM Act into law.
For New Orleans, Brad Pitt houses were not enough
Some of the gleaming new structures sit opposite desolate, abandoned lots while others are sandwiched in between crumbling houses to which no one has returned.
Community, labor demand Rep. Akin protect vital social services
Nearly 100 community, labor and retiree activists rallied outside of Congressman Todd Akin's St. Louis office July 29.
NAACP: Over a century of struggle
Since its founding 102 years ago, the NAACP has been at the forefront in the fight for civil rights and social justice for African Americans and all working people.
White House to boost fuel economy standards
The average car fuel economy will nearly double by 2025 to almost 55 miles per gallon, President Obama announced.
