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More than 300 accused priests listed in Pennsylvania report on Catholic Church sex abuse
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court released a sweeping grand jury report on sex abuse in the Catholic Church, listing more than 300 accused clergy and detailing a “systematic” coverup…
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New Poll: 43% of Republicans want to give Trump the power to shut down media
A plurality of Republicans want to give President Trump the authority to close down certain news outlets, according to a new public opinion survey.
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Advocacy and grassroots groups challenge redistricting processes across the nation
In just a few years, voting districts will be redrawn across the country. Advocacy and grassroots groups in a number of states are busy drafting ballot proposals and launching campaigns…
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‘Stand your ground’ has become a get-out-of-jail-free license to kill
After the most recent Florida incident, members of Congress demand answers on a law that leaves black America vulnerable.
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Bernie Sanders endorses Andrew Gillum for Florida governor
Sanders said he is backing Gillum, the mayor of Tallahassee, because of Gillum's stances on health care, the minimum wage, immigration and the environment.
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Former Colombian president’s ranch was paramilitary base, according to new testimony
A ranch owned by former Colombian president Álvaro Uribe Vélez and other members of his family was the operational base of a deadly paramilitary group, according to the testimony of…
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After decades of homophobia, Cuba closer to allowing same-sex marriage
Cuba’s National Assembly has agreed to a constitutional reform that would allow same-sex marriage on the island. The draft reform was approved on Sunday and will be put to a popular…
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When we all vote (Video)
Michelle Obama, Tom Hanks, Janelle Monáe, Chris Paul, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Faith Hill, and Tim McGraw are calling on all of us to register and vote.
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This is the moment of truth for Republicans
Either Donald Trump is flat-out an agent of Russian interests. Or he is so profoundly ignorant, insecure, and narcissistic that he did not realize that he was advancing the line that…
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Progressive Puerto Rican group launches ad campaign against Florida Gov. Rick Scott
A progressive organization in Florida is launching a bilingual campaign targeting Puerto Ricans in Florida, attacking Gov. Rick Scott’s treatment of Puerto Ricans in the state and his…
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