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Rep. Pressley Criticizes GOP Bill Weakening DEI Initiatives

Rep. Pressley criticizes GOP's Dismantle DEI Act while Rep. Cloud defends it, sparking a heated debate in Congress.

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Biden urged to use clemency powers to tackle ‘crisis’ of US mass incarceration

Members of Congress call on president to pardon or commute sentences before he leaves White House

The Guardian - US

If Trump wins the election, this is what’s at stake for gun control

Biden oversaw the passage of the first major federal gun safety law in nearly 30 years. But advocates fear gun safety policy could be easily reversed: ‘We are at a pivotal moment’

The Guardian - US

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Congresswomen press FDA on why a proposal to ban hair-straightening chemicals is delayed

Two U.S. House members who first pushed the Food and Drug Administration in 2023 to investigate the health risks of hair straighteners used primarily by Black women are asking the agency why it has twice delayed its target date to propose a ban on products containing formaldehyde

The Independent UK

Who Is Part Of 'The Squad' In US Politics: Young, Diverse Voices Leading A Progressive Revolution

"The Squad" has reshaped American politics leveraging their diverse backgrounds and social media savvy to engage young voters and drive the Democratic Party leftward.

International Business Times UK

Rashida Tlaib holds up ‘war criminal’ sign during Netanyahu address

Sole Palestinian American in Congress protests as other progressives call for Israel arms embargo and Gaza ceasefire

The Guardian - US

Democratic Lawmakers Plan Counter-Programming Events During Netanyahu's Address

Democratic lawmakers plan counter-programming events during Netanyahu's Congress address, showcasing division on Israel-Hamas conflict.

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Democrats warn JD Vance will enable Trump’s ‘extreme Maga agenda’

Elizabeth Warren calls Vance faux populist while party says he will ‘take women back decades’ on abortion

The Guardian - US

Congressional Caucus Leaders Meet With President Biden Amid Concerns

Democratic leaders discuss Biden's candidacy and strategize for the upcoming election amidst rising tensions within the party.

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Jasmine Crockett reveals a fight almost broke out on the House floor after ‘bleach blonde bad body’ comment

Crockett tells The Independent that Ayanna Pressley and AOC leapt to her defense

The Independent UK

FDA move to ban formaldehyde in hair straighteners called too little, too late

The FDA will soon move to ban formaldehyde in hair-straightening products. It's more than a decade after research raised alarms about health risks and other worrying chemicals remain in the products.

WEKU

Walgreens closures linked to rampant theft and economic impact

Learn about the recent closure of a Walgreens store in Boston and the accusations of racism made by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. Discover the underlying ...

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SCOTUS allows first nitrogen execution

"The world is watching," Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor warned before Kenny Smith was put to death Thursday

Salon

‘Political games’: Advocates vow to fight US border policy standoff

Asylum rights groups warn against kowtowing to Republican effort to condition Ukraine aid on greater restrictions.

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The Guardian - US

FDA proposes ban on hair-straightening products containing formaldehyde

Proposal comes after study showing 50% increase in risk of uterine cancer for users of straighteners, who are frequently Black women

The Conversation

What is intersectionality? A scholar of organizational behavior explains

In modern conversations on race and politics, a popular buzzword has emerged to describe the impact of belonging to multiple social categories.

The Independent UK

FDA is thinking about a ban on hair-straightening chemicals. Stylists say Black women have moved on

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering a ban on certain hair-straightening chemicals that have been used by Black women for years

Salon

Progressives demand Gaza ceasefire

Hundreds of Jewish Americans and allies rallied outside the White House Monday to back a ceasefire

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The Guardian - US

Progressive Democrats bring resolution calling for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war

Thirteen lawmakers call on Biden administration to facilitate de-escalation and send humanitarian aid into Gaza

The Independent UK

White House slams Squad members’ ‘repugnant’ comments on Israel attack

‘There are not two sides,’ said White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

Zenger

DSA Members Rally For Palestine As Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates

Democratic Socialists of America hold pro-Palestine rally in NYC amid rising tensions

Reason

Banning Criminal Background Checks Will Lead To More Housing Discrimination, Not Less

The best reforms would correct the real problems of overcriminalization and overincarceration, as well as removing all artificial barriers to building more homes.

The Independent UK

Vivek Ramaswamy defends calling Ayanna Pressley part of ‘modern KKK’

‘This is backwards and harmful, but that is the point’ said Rep. Pressley’s spokesperson

Salon

McCarthy, Biden close to deal — maybe

Biden and McCarthy may cut a deal before the weekend — but many Republicans and Democrats are likely to oppose it

The Independent UK

George Floyd death anniversary: Reckoning with police violence in limbo

The murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police was three years ago today, and the fervent protests that erupted around the world in response, seemed like the catalyst needed for a nationwide reckoning on racism in policing

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