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www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
Left-wing politics

Bernie Sanders to Run for Re-Election, Seeking a Fourth Senate Term

Senator Bernie Sanders announced his intention to seek a fourth term, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election as a fight for democracy and equity. [ more ]
Truthout
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Here Are the 5 Key State Tax Trends to Watch This Year

States are adopting progressive revenue-raising policies to fund essential services and support low- and middle-income taxpayers. [ more ]
KOMO
1 month ago
NYC politics

NY congresswoman rips NYC leaders for ignoring ICE detainers: 'Deadly consequences'

New York City leaders have failed to cooperate with ICE officials, leading to dangerous criminals being released.
Rep. Malliotakis emphasizes the negative impact of progressive politicians' policies on public safety and quality of life. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Fast-food wage hike puts Democrats on defense as Californians worry about cost of living

California enforces a $20 minimum wage mandate for fast-food workers at big chain restaurants, potentially leading to price increases for consumers.
The state faces challenges in balancing progressive policy goals like wage increases with the financial burden this may place on consumers. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
2 months ago
Los Angeles

Ethan Weaver Challenges Nithya Raman for LA Council Seat

Progressive L.A. City Councilwoman Nithya Raman leads the race against challenger Ethan Weaver based on recent election results.
Election in November highlights division over progressive policies on homelessness, renters' rights, and environmental regulations. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

Gen Kitchen: Labour Party 'ready' to serve UK people

The Labour Party is ready to serve the people of the UK.
The party is prioritizing issues such as fair wages, affordable housing, and climate change. [ more ]
Mission Local
2 months ago
San Francisco

BigMoneySF: What do new advocacy groups really want?

A vast network of political advocacy groups has emerged in San Francisco, with donors, nonprofits, and political action committees all interconnected.
The network is channeling millions of dollars into political causes, often aimed at opposing progressive policies. [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
San Francisco

Elon Musk Wants Me Fired. The People of San Francisco Want Him Taxed.

San Francisco's post-pandemic struggles are not due to progressive policies, but rather the real estate industry, tech companies, and billionaire venture capitalists.
Progressive policies implemented during the pandemic were successful in addressing the crisis and supporting those in need.
Billionaires are opposing these policies in order to avoid fair taxation and maintain the status quo. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

Opinion | The Varieties of Anti-Natalism and the Roots of a Demographic Crisis

The Nordic countries, once seen as a pronatalist success story for their higher fertility rates and progressive policies, are now experiencing a sudden collapse in birth rates.
Despite the strong welfare-state supports for childrearing, countries like Finland have seen their birth rates fall nearly a third since 2010, similar to the lows seen in Italy. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
3 months ago
Austin

Tovo announces run for mayor - Austin Monitor

Former City Council Member Kathie Tovo is running for mayor, injecting energy into the campaign.
Tovo's accomplishments include her role in creating the Sobering Center and efforts to provide meals to families during the pandemic. [ more ]
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