Progressive Democrats view Joe Manchin as the chief blocker of progress, for thwarting the voting rights bill and refusing to break the filibuster. But he’s not alone.
Amelia Pollard
Amelia Pollard is a contributing writer at The American Prospect.
Posted inWorking in America
The Co-op Movement Is Taking On Big Tech
Gross economic inequality and poor working conditions are fomenting a nationwide co-op movement. Its next target is Big Tech.
Posted inEducation in America
For Student Debtors, Time’s Running Out
In just three months, the student loan payment moratorium is scheduled to come to an end. Borrowers are starting to panic.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
‘Big Four’ Meatpackers Are Crushing Small Ranchers
The JBS cyber attack caused only a hiccup in meatpacking operations. But for legislators, the security scare was a sign that it might be time to break up the industry.
Posted inPolitics
Senate Democrat Blocks Military Sexual Assault Bill
The bill’s filibuster-proof. But Rhode Island Democratic Sen. Jack Reed is blocking a vote.
Posted inLaw and Justice
If ‘Roe’ Falls, Abortions Could Be Criminal
The Supreme Court’s decision to take up a Mississippi law banning abortions as early as 15 weeks could throw out Roe v. Wade.
Posted inPolitics
The Gravel Institute Punches Up
To counter right-wing organizations with deep pockets and powerful ties, like PragerU, the Gravel Institute builds a progressive grassroots coalition.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Can Biden’s Infrastructure Plan Save the Superfund Program?
For decades, depleted funds and mounting backlogs have left hundreds of communities with lingering toxins. The infrastructure plan could be an environmental salvation.
Posted inCivil Rights in America
Florida Is Latest Hot Spot for Anti-Protest Legislation
Tear down a Confederate flag in Florida and a protester could be headed to prison. It’s all part of the same national movement to silence dissent in the wake of the George Floyd uprising.
Posted inEducation in America
PragerU’s Newest Target: Kindergarten
The right-wing nonprofit started building out its educational arm last fall. But now, it has content for five-year-olds.