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Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
Cities from Chicago to Newark Resist Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Immigration activists in Chicago and Newark, NJ, describe how the government's assault on immigrants violates the Constitution and threatens everyone's rights.
Politics and Elections
Pledge to Keep Organizing, Pledge to Keep Marching: People’s March 2025
Dozens of organizations came together here and worldwide to create the People’s March 2025. Hundreds of thousands of people came to protest the policy promises of President Donald Trump and to convey a loud message of resistance to his promised policies and ultimate dictatorship.
Healthcare
Doctor Sees People Deferring Life-Saving Care, Fearing Deportation and Family Separation
Emergency Room doctor asks how many people will defer life saving care because of their immigration status, fearing deportations and family separation.
Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
Chicagoans Vow to Fight Trump’s Attack on Immigrant Workers
Chicagoans are showing that they plan to resist President Trump’s plans to mount attacks on immigrants.
Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
A Mass Movement Will Rise to Defend Immigrants, Says Activist
Right now there is no coordinated national mass movement to defend immigrants, but there will be, says human rights activist Camilo Pérez-Bustillo in this interview with the People's Tribune.
Environment, Climate, Water
L.A. Fires: Climate Campaigners Say ‘Big Oil Did This’
Climate campaigners said blame for the catastrophe in L.A. ultimately lies with the mega-profitable oil and gas giants that have spent decades knowingly fueling the crisis.
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Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
City of Chicago Unwaveringly Defends its Undocumented Residents
Trump and his border czar, Tom Homan, threatened to target Chicago the moment Trump took office and they are making good on that promise. What they didn’t expect was how Chicagoans are unwaveringly dedicated to protect their undocumented neighbors.
Politics and Elections
Top Republican Links Attacks on Poor to Tax Cuts for Rich
Trump and Republicans in Congress showed they would happily cut things like Meals on Wheels, housing assistance, and food for mothers and young children, to fund tax breaks for billionaires.
Education
Homeless, Low-Income People, Rely on Schools. Public Schools Are Under Attack
Privatization is next step towards dismantling public schools. Vast sums of money are shifted out of the inclusive, traditional public school system into exclusionary, discriminatory private school systems.
Democracy
The Modern Day Fugitive Slave Act Has Begun
The modern-day version of the repressive 1850 Fugitive Slave Act kicked off in the Central Valley of California, even prior to the recent inauguration of Donald Trump and his promises of mass deportations.
Democracy
MLK Day Rally in DC Pledges to Fight Trump Policies with Boycotts and Unity
During a Martin Luther King Day rally in Washington, DC, Jan. 20, Rev. Al Sharpton called for targeted boycotts of companies that abandon DEI initiatives.
Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
CGRS to Defend Asylum, Challenge Executive Actions
The Trump administration's executive orders launching an assault on immigrants are being challenged in court, as are other orders Trump recently issued.
Homelessness and Housing
City Bans Church Homeless Warming Center in 6 Degree Weather
The Rapid City, S.D. Planning Commission denied a church to set up a warming center on their property for the homeless in 6 degree weather.
Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
Democrats Cede More Power to Anti-Immigrant Right by Voting for Laken Riley Act
Provisions of the anti-immigrant Laken Riley Act raise serious concerns for due process and erode the principle of presumption of innocence. Anyone’s civil liberties can be threatened — U.S. citizens, documented and undocumented immigrants alike.
Immigrants, Migrants and Refugees
Chicago Mayor Vows to Defend Immigrants
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson will stand by and protect Chicago's immigrant communities against threats from ICE.
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Democracy
Housing Advocates Brace for Battle Against Trump’s Anti-Homelessness Agenda
As Trump’s Project 2025 Targets Housing First Policies, Advocates Nationwide Prepare to Push Back Against Punitive Approaches.
Where Do We Go From Here: It Does Matter
Those of us who have a history of being on the front lines knew this moment was coming and we’re telling ourselves it is not the time to fatigue out! We know either way it lands, that it’s in our laps and we need all boots on the ground.
Make Your Vote Count
This 2024 election is gaining on us and the pressure to get to the ballot box is intense and in many states, confusing. Race-based...
Human Rights Defenders Underscore Links Between Struggles of Indigenous Peoples and Palestinians
Human rights defenders underscore links between the decolonization struggles of Native Americans and Palestinians, and call out the hypocrisy of the U.S. providing military aid for Israel as it wages a war on Gaza while touting rights for Native Americans.
Sanders Unveils Resolutions to Block US Arms Sales as Israel Rejects Cease-Fire Call
Bernie Sanders unveils resolutions to block US arms sales to Israel in what is said to be the first time in U.S. history a vote in Congress to block weapons to Israel has been made.
What is Project 2025? How Will Your State Be Impacted?
To continue the fight for democracy, defeat Project 2025.
What is Project 2025? The Heritage Foundation, a far right think tank, has compiled a massive...
Homelessness and Housing
The People Demand Housing, Not Punishment
Faith leaders and houseless people observe San Jose's eleventh annual Unhoused Memorial, and set up tents lettered "Where Do We Go?" to protest ongoing encampment sweeps
Vehicle Residents Succeed in Appealing Overnight RV Ban
San Francisco CA. On December 10, for the first time in its history, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors overturned a decision passed by...
More Californians Are Freezing to Death. And More Are Older and Homeless
More people — many older and homeless — are freezing to death during winter in California. Hypothermia is the underlying or contributing cause of death for Californians last year, more than double than a decade ago,
Homeless Groups Launch ‘Sweeps Free Sanctuaries’
“There is no social justice in criminalizing our unhoused community, there is no solution in solving homelessness by incarceration,”
he cried out!
A Poem on the life and death of homeless performer Jordan Neely, and the recent acquittal of his killer.
A Plague of Poverty: a Homeless Union Leader’s Meditation
Sacramento CA: California has a different kind of plague. Billions of dollars have come down to end this crisis, but the resources never make it to the people.
Health Care
Michael Moore Issues Manifesto Against For-Profit Health Insurance
Filmmaker Michael Moore says the boiling anger at the healthcare system that is currently coming to the fore is "1000% justified."
Outrage Against America’s For Profit Health Care System Grows
The US public response to the murder speaks volumes about Americans’ widespread disgust with a profit-driven health care system that leaves so many destitute or simply dead, says Jacobin.
A Third Woman Died Under Texas’ Abortion Ban. Doctors Are Avoiding D&Cs, Reaching for Riskier Miscarriage Treatments
Thirty-five-year-old Porsha Ngumezi’s case raises questions about how abortion bans are pressuring doctors to avoid standard care even in straightforward miscarriages.
Pregnant Teen Died: Seeks Care in Three Texas Emergency Rooms
Nevaeh Crain cried in pain, too weak to walk, blood staining her thighs. Vomiting and feverish at her baby shower, the teen went to two different emergency rooms, returning home, worse than before. Pregnant women have become untouchables.
Georgia’s Deadly Abortion Ban: The Tragic Deaths of Two Women
Two Black women's deaths in the anti-abortion state of Georgia are ruled preventable by official committee including 10 doctors.
Why Are Anti-Abortion Forces Pushing More C-Sections?
Writer says anti-abortion forces want to remove the idea of abortion as health care in people's mind.
Environment, Climate and Water
Fighting for Climate, Students Walk Out Over Trump
"[The student nationwide] walkouts represent a call to action for both parties," said Sunrise Youth Movement, a group that advocates for political action on climate change.
Michigan’s Prescient Lesson: Vote While You Still Can!!!
Michigan's non-elected Emergency Manager dictatorship made Flint's water crisis possible. Pay attention to the danger of losing our Democratic rights as we’ve known them in this election. Vote while you still can!
Water Costs: May be Key to Kamala Winning – or Losing –Michigan
Research of professors at Wayne State University identify group of Black voters in Detroit who are critical for Kamala Harris to win Michigan. Cost of water is key issue.
How Summer of Heat on Wall Street is Using Disruption to End Fossil Fuel financing
New climate campaign tests if relentless civil disobedience can stop financiers like Citi and others from backing fossil fuel industry.
Sacramento Homeless Union’s Projects of Survival
Climate change and extreme weather is a real thing. This is evidenced by the fact that extreme weather events are becoming increasingly frequent and more intense.
Homeless in Las Vegas: No Reprieve from the Heat
If you are among the growing number of the Las Vegas homeless there is little to no reprieve from the heat.
Women
“I Have Become a Social Justice Warrior”
I’m Crystal President of Sacramento Homeless Union, on the Board of the California Homeless Union Statewide Council, and an Executive Board member of the...
Abortion Tragedies and a Georgia Victory
Grassroots organizations filed a lawsuit against Georgia's cruel abortion laws, and the county judge took a firm stand on the side of justice, writing in his ruling that “liberty in Georgia" includes "the power of a woman to control her own body . . . and to reject state interference with her healthcare choices.”
Future of Abortion in North Carolina Could Come Down to Hundreds of Votes
Fueled by women voters — Democrats say outrage about abortion restrictions could help them break a Republican supermajority [in North Carolina].
Statement by Muslim Women For Harris/Walz on Why They are Discontinuing Their Support
Statement issued by Muslim Women For Harris/Walz on why they cannot continue their support.
Homelessness Ruling May Further Endanger Domestic Violence Survivors
57 percent of unhoused women report domestic violence as their immediate cause of homelessness. The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold an Oregon law could further limit their options
It’s a Women’s World
Millions of women have been standing up to fight, but now, all women are needed to engage in the movement. Organize, support women, strike, protect our freedoms, our rights, our mutual vision of health, peace, and love.
Migrants and Refugees
Collective Defense of Immigrant Rights is Key, Says Advocate
In this interview with the People's Tribune, Pedro Rios, director of the AFSC's US/Mexico Border Program, describes the likely shape of Trump's planned immigration crackdown, and how people are organizing to resist it.
ICE Considering Plans to Expand Detention Centers Nationwide
The ACLU has obtained documents revealing that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is considering expanding immigrant detention capacity across the country.
Migrant Rights Group Warns Undocumented Texans to Plan for Deportations
Across the country groups are protesting Trump's plans to deport undocumented immigrants. Groups are also helping people prepare for what could come, as is this Texas group.
Immigrants Begin 13th Hunger Strike This Year at Tacoma Detention Center
More than 40 migrants held at ICE's infamous Northwest Detention Center in Washington state have begun a hunger strike to protest conditions there.
The “Red Revenge” Tour: Pedro Rios of AFSC Discusses What to Expect in the Borderlands with Donald Trump
Pedro Rios, who runs the American Friends Service Committee’s U.S. Mexico Border Program, speaks about what to expect on the Borderlands with Donald Trump.
Undocumented Families Are Fighting for Our Future. Will You Join Us?
'As an undocumented mother, I can’t help but worry for my son’s safety first. As an organizer, my worry turns to resolve.'
Education
Education and Real Estate: A Match Made in Heaven? Or Hell?
Education and real estate may seem like separate topics, but are instead inextricably linked for many reasons.
Texas Book Ban Sets Dangerous Precedent for Young People
Cameron Samuels (Center) started a movement against censorship in Katy,Texas and students are standing strong. They honored them for Banned Books Week as Youth Honorary Chair for distributing banned books and packing school board meetings. Young people call on the nation to not be silent and defend their rights because they feel no others will.
We Need More, Not Less, Education on Black History and Structural Racism
Pointing out that "Black history is American history," Prof. Kelly Harris gives an overview of some of the state legislation pending that would censor or prevent the teaching of Black history and discusses the importance of a comprehensive understanding of American history.
Fascists Deserve to be Laughed At!
Watch video mocking Ron DeSantis coming to our schools, claiming that in the classroom, free speech does not apply.
Intolerable Cost of Living a Central Issue, says UC Davis Striker
UC Davis PhD student and UAW union member discusses the significance of the UC student worker worker strike, the demands, particularly of the lowest paid workers the settlement process now underway.
As UC strike enters second month, grad workers risk arrest pushing for raises
Striking UC graduate student workers are willingly getting arrested in acts of civil disobedience, viewing the strategy as a way to escalate their work stoppage, now in its fifth week. A main demand is raises that reflect the cost-of-living in California, one of the most expensive states to live in.
Labor
US Workers Won Key Victories in 2024, But Hard Fight Lies Ahead
With strikes and the threat of strikes, workers did more than forestall concessions: They gained ground. With Trump, expect attacks on unions, safety regulations, and the very idea of labor law..
A Message From UAW International President Shawn Fain
We will never support efforts to divide and conquer the working class by nationality, race, and gender, says UAW President Shawn Fain
UAW President: ‘Our Future is About the Power We Have When We Stick Together’
UAW President Shawm Fain rallies voters in support of Kamala Harris, calling her the only pro-worker candidate for president, and that she is committed to fighting Trump's NAFTA.
‘Solidarity Can Defeat Forces of Corporate Greed,’ says UAW President at Teachers Convention
UAW President Shawn Fain says forces of solidarity can defeat corporate greed, speaking at American Confederation of Teachers (AFT) Convention.
Unions Representing Six Million Workers Demand an End to All U.S. Military Aid to Israel
Seven national unions representing 6 million workers in the U.S. signed a letter calling on President Joe Biden to end all military aid to Israel.
The Poor People’s & Low-wage Workers’ Moral March on D.C., & to the Polls!
The Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival hosted a march in Wash., DC, to uplift the needs of the over 135 million poor and low-wage workers across the U.S.
Police, Prisons and the Justice System
‘Who Was Officer?’: Family Still Seeks Answers From Jackson Police a Year After Son’s Burial
Dexter Wade, killed by off-duty officer, was mistakenly buried by Hinds County, Mississippi in a pauper’s field. His mother seeks answers to what happened to her son.
Texas National Guard Firing Pepper Spray Projectiles at Migrants
Texas National Guard has repeatedly fired pepper spray projectiles at arriving migrants, including women and children.
‘I Am Outraged, and You Should Be Too!’
The writer is outraged at four more persons killed in a school shooting. She also explains her outrage that the 14 year old child who killed four people and wounded others will be treated as an adult in the criminal justice system.
Michael Brown Jr.’s Father Is Still Fighting for Justice and His Son’s Legacy
Mike Brown Sr. releases butterflies after four and a half minutes of silence to honor the four and a half hours Mike Brown Jr.’s body was left on the ground after he was shot on August 9, 2014.
Sonya Massey, Shot by Police in Illinois, ‘Should Be Alive Today’
One deputy in Sonya Massey’s murder was charged with three counts of first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct. Read the story and see the video.
Outrage Grows After Police Kill Unhoused Black Man Near RNC, Firing 27 Bullets
Outrage grows in Milwaukee after police killing of Samuel Shorte, Jr., a homeless Black man with multiple sclerosis.