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fromMiami Herald
39 minutes ago
NYC politics

Rosen Gonzalez files to run for Miami Beach mayor, seeking to unseat Meiner

Kristen Rosen Gonzalez is running for Miami Beach mayor, aiming to prioritize community needs and unseat incumbent Mayor Steven Meiner.
#protests
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump news at a glance: anti-Trump protests draw huge crowds across the US

Mass demonstrations across the US reflect public dissent against Trump's policies and actions in his early presidency.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

The Real Power of This Weekend's Anti-Trump Protests

Mass protests highlight public discontent with government policies and call for personal freedoms amidst ongoing political and economic crises.
fromBusiness Insider
1 hour ago
US politics

I went to Trump's first 100 days rally. The key issue for rallygoers was, surprisingly, not the economy.

Trump commemorated his second 'first 100 days' with a rally in Michigan, highlighting ongoing immigration reform as a key concern among supporters.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Anti-Trump '50501' Protesters Warn They're Fighting 'Fascism'

Thousands protested in Manhattan against deportations of Venezuelan migrants, demanding due process and highlighting concerns over authoritarianism.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Tesla protests across Bay Area ignite Trump resistance, but intra-party strife ahead

Protests against Trump and Musk signal an increasing mobilization and focus among Democrats in response to ongoing political challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Don't believe the doubters: protest still has power | Jan-Werner Muller

Protests serve to build morale and long-term power, even if immediate policy changes aren't evident.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump news at a glance: anti-Trump protests draw huge crowds across the US

Mass demonstrations across the US reflect public dissent against Trump's policies and actions in his early presidency.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

The Real Power of This Weekend's Anti-Trump Protests

Mass protests highlight public discontent with government policies and call for personal freedoms amidst ongoing political and economic crises.
fromBusiness Insider
1 hour ago
US politics

I went to Trump's first 100 days rally. The key issue for rallygoers was, surprisingly, not the economy.

Trump commemorated his second 'first 100 days' with a rally in Michigan, highlighting ongoing immigration reform as a key concern among supporters.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Anti-Trump '50501' Protesters Warn They're Fighting 'Fascism'

Thousands protested in Manhattan against deportations of Venezuelan migrants, demanding due process and highlighting concerns over authoritarianism.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Tesla protests across Bay Area ignite Trump resistance, but intra-party strife ahead

Protests against Trump and Musk signal an increasing mobilization and focus among Democrats in response to ongoing political challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Don't believe the doubters: protest still has power | Jan-Werner Muller

Protests serve to build morale and long-term power, even if immediate policy changes aren't evident.
more#protests
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago
France politics

France is banning activist groups as presidential rivals jockey for position ahead of 2027 poll

The Independent advocates for accessible journalism amid critical sociopolitical issues in the US and abroad.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago
France politics

France is banning activist groups as presidential rivals jockey for position ahead of 2027 poll

The Independent advocates for accessible journalism amid critical sociopolitical issues in the US and abroad.
more#journalism
#trump-administration
US news
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Hands Off!

Trump's administration is marked by chaos, constitutional crises, and repression.
The Nation aims to hold power accountable amid rising intimidation and violence.
Grassroots activism is essential to resist authoritarianism and safeguard democracy.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Sen. Cory Booker on his marathon, 25-hour speech on the Senate floor

Sen. Cory Booker delivered a historical 25-hour speech condemning the Trump administration's actions and calling for a renewed focus on public service.
US news
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Harvard University sues Trump administration over grant cuts

Harvard is suing the Trump administration to block a freeze on $2.2 billion in federal grants linked to political activism restrictions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

5 Democrats Visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk in Louisiana

Democratic lawmakers advocate for detained graduate students, arguing their rights are violated due to their pro-Palestinian activism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago
US politics

Mehdi Hasan on Trump's first 100 days podcast

Hasan emphasizes his shock at the lack of resistance to Trump's presidency, even surpassing his own grim expectations.
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Is Cory Booker's 'Filibuster' Doing Anything to Stop Trump?

Senate Democrats face limitations on interfering with Trump's agenda, leaving them to use public speaking as leverage.
US news
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Hands Off!

Trump's administration is marked by chaos, constitutional crises, and repression.
The Nation aims to hold power accountable amid rising intimidation and violence.
Grassroots activism is essential to resist authoritarianism and safeguard democracy.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Sen. Cory Booker on his marathon, 25-hour speech on the Senate floor

Sen. Cory Booker delivered a historical 25-hour speech condemning the Trump administration's actions and calling for a renewed focus on public service.
US news
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Harvard University sues Trump administration over grant cuts

Harvard is suing the Trump administration to block a freeze on $2.2 billion in federal grants linked to political activism restrictions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

5 Democrats Visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk in Louisiana

Democratic lawmakers advocate for detained graduate students, arguing their rights are violated due to their pro-Palestinian activism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago
US politics

Mehdi Hasan on Trump's first 100 days podcast

Hasan emphasizes his shock at the lack of resistance to Trump's presidency, even surpassing his own grim expectations.
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Is Cory Booker's 'Filibuster' Doing Anything to Stop Trump?

Senate Democrats face limitations on interfering with Trump's agenda, leaving them to use public speaking as leverage.
more#trump-administration
#new-york-city
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

Soho project unites NYC mayoral contenders, except one

Disagreement over land for senior housing is central to the NYC mayoral race, highlighting tension between local activism and housing development.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Social justice

Brooklyn's seniors, disabled demand 'Hands off Social Security!'

Seniors and disabled individuals protested to protect Social Security from perceived threats posed by high-profile figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

Soho project unites NYC mayoral contenders, except one

Disagreement over land for senior housing is central to the NYC mayoral race, highlighting tension between local activism and housing development.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Social justice

Brooklyn's seniors, disabled demand 'Hands off Social Security!'

Seniors and disabled individuals protested to protect Social Security from perceived threats posed by high-profile figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
more#new-york-city
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

MAGA Followers Think They're Punk Rock-but Then Why Are They All Such Cowards?

Rage Against the Machine captivated fans at their Washington, DC concert, showcasing resilience, political awareness, and the power of music while addressing social issues.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
1 week ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Art That Always Looks Ahead: An Interview with Ivana Ivkovic

Art serves as a living medium for political resistance and contemplation of power dynamics, reflecting societal changes and future possibilities.
#democratic-party
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

David Hogg, Parkland Survivor and D.N.C. Vice Chair, Hopes to Unseat Democratic Incumbents

David Hogg aims to reshape the Democratic Party by spending $20 million to challenge incumbent lawmakers in primary elections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

JB Pritzker Calls for Mass Protests' Against Trump While Hammering Do-Nothing Democrats'

Governor Pritzker calls for mass protests and mobilization against Trump and Republicans, urging Democrats to actively fight their policies.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

David Hogg, Parkland Survivor and D.N.C. Vice Chair, Hopes to Unseat Democratic Incumbents

David Hogg aims to reshape the Democratic Party by spending $20 million to challenge incumbent lawmakers in primary elections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

JB Pritzker Calls for Mass Protests' Against Trump While Hammering Do-Nothing Democrats'

Governor Pritzker calls for mass protests and mobilization against Trump and Republicans, urging Democrats to actively fight their policies.
more#democratic-party
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | Trans activists support measure to protect students, staff should Andrew Cuomo become mayor

Activists attempted to issue a predator warning regarding Andrew Cuomo's potential mayoral candidacy, prompting a divided council response.
Film
fromVulture
4 days ago

Hamdan Ballal Reflects on His Arrest: 'Don't Turn Away Now'

The acclaim of the documentary "No Other Land" starkly contrasts with the ongoing struggles faced by its director amid violence and political tensions.
#authoritarianism
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

Opinion | We Visited Rumeysa Ozturk in Detention.

Authoritarian tactics are resurfacing in the U.S. as evidenced by the detention of Rumeysa Ozturk without apparent cause or due process.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

Opinion | We Visited Rumeysa Ozturk in Detention.

Authoritarian tactics are resurfacing in the U.S. as evidenced by the detention of Rumeysa Ozturk without apparent cause or due process.
more#authoritarianism
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 week ago
Women

Shanghai Dolls: Vivid staging can't save a play that feels like homework

The production of Shanghai Dolls highlights the tension between political activism and personal betrayal within the backdrop of historical revolution.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC politics

Woke Minnesota DA lets Tesla thug walk, signaling it's open season on Team Trump

Moriarty's refusal to charge Adams highlights potential leniency in prosecuting vandalism related to activist motives.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

The American Bookbinders Museum Unveils "The Banned Books Jail" (SF)

The Banned Book Jail art installation highlights the issue of book banning and censorship.
#trump
fromThe Nation
1 week ago
Golden State Warriors

Can Steve Kerr Light an Anti-Trump Fire in the Sports World?

Steve Kerr advocates for academic freedom and criticizes government interference in education.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago
Golden State Warriors

Can Steve Kerr Light an Anti-Trump Fire in the Sports World?

Steve Kerr advocates for academic freedom and criticizes government interference in education.
more#trump
#free-speech
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'I think he knew': Mahmoud Khalil's wife on his detention and her search for answers

Khalil's detention raises concerns about the implications for free speech and immigration rights in the U.S.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
US news

Visas being revoked for UC Berkeley, Stanford international students with ties to political activism

International students at Bay Area universities face visa revocations due to political activism, causing concern and fear among their peers.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago
UK news

GB News boss claims 'far-left' groups are orchestrating attack on channel

Ofcom's investigation into GB News is viewed by its CEO as an attack on free speech orchestrated by far-left activists.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

BU professor starts hunger strike to support free speech, detained students

Professor Nathan Phillips launched a hunger strike to protest Boston University's removal of political signs from his office window.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'I think he knew': Mahmoud Khalil's wife on his detention and her search for answers

Khalil's detention raises concerns about the implications for free speech and immigration rights in the U.S.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
US news

Visas being revoked for UC Berkeley, Stanford international students with ties to political activism

International students at Bay Area universities face visa revocations due to political activism, causing concern and fear among their peers.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago
UK news

GB News boss claims 'far-left' groups are orchestrating attack on channel

Ofcom's investigation into GB News is viewed by its CEO as an attack on free speech orchestrated by far-left activists.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

BU professor starts hunger strike to support free speech, detained students

Professor Nathan Phillips launched a hunger strike to protest Boston University's removal of political signs from his office window.
more#free-speech
#immigration-law
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago
US news

Why the Trump administration is revoking student visas

The Trump administration's revocation of visas for international students raises due process concerns and disproportionately targets political activists.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

James Boasberg's daughter works for nonprofit whose founder said judge 'rightly' blocked deportations of alleged Venezuelan gangbangers - and opposes Laken Riley Act

The daughter of a federal judge works for a nonprofit funded by the government that opposes certain immigration laws.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Why the Trump administration is revoking student visas

The Trump administration's revocation of visas for international students raises due process concerns and disproportionately targets political activists.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

James Boasberg's daughter works for nonprofit whose founder said judge 'rightly' blocked deportations of alleged Venezuelan gangbangers - and opposes Laken Riley Act

The daughter of a federal judge works for a nonprofit funded by the government that opposes certain immigration laws.
more#immigration-law
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago
Germany news

What are Germany's Easter marches and how did they begin?

Easter marches in Germany blend tradition with a history of political activism for peace and disarmament, stemming from the 1960s.
The Ostermarsch combines themes of hope and protest, resonating deeply within the context of Germany's historical struggles.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

We're the biggest queer group you never see-it's time we changed that

Bi+ individuals must engage more actively in community building and political organizing within the broader queer community.
#immigration
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Pro-Palestinian protester's lawyer stopped and searched at US border: They were going to take my device'

Amir Makled experienced potential racial profiling at the airport, linking it to socio-political contexts around his legal work and current administration policies.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

The Last Time Pro-Palestinian Activists Faced Deportation

The L.A. Eight's case highlights the consequences of political activism and immigration laws from the Cold War era.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Pro-Palestinian protester's lawyer stopped and searched at US border: They were going to take my device'

Amir Makled experienced potential racial profiling at the airport, linking it to socio-political contexts around his legal work and current administration policies.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

The Last Time Pro-Palestinian Activists Faced Deportation

The L.A. Eight's case highlights the consequences of political activism and immigration laws from the Cold War era.
more#immigration
#coachella
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago
NYC music

Bernie Sanders opened for Clairo at Coachella

Senator Bernie Sanders urged festivalgoers to engage in social justice and fight against looming challenges during Clairo's Coachella set.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
US politics

Bernie Sanders surprises Coachella, warns fans against ignoring Trump: 'Turn away at your own peril'

Bernie Sanders urged young Coachella attendees to engage in political action and advocacy for environmental and social issues.
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago
NYC music

Bernie Sanders opened for Clairo at Coachella

Senator Bernie Sanders urged festivalgoers to engage in social justice and fight against looming challenges during Clairo's Coachella set.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
US politics

Bernie Sanders surprises Coachella, warns fans against ignoring Trump: 'Turn away at your own peril'

Bernie Sanders urged young Coachella attendees to engage in political action and advocacy for environmental and social issues.
more#coachella
Music
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Musicians protest through song at festival in Taiwan

Taiwan's music festival featured politically charged performances reflecting on the island's geopolitical tensions with China.
Social justice
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | How Skadden Arps Alumni Are Challenging the Firm's Leaders Over Trump

Skadden's deal with the Trump administration receives backlash from former and current fellows who argue it undermines the rule of law.
#social-justice
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago
Social justice

It's healthy to demand reality

Critique of dismissive attitudes towards serious political threats like fascism and oppression.
Highlighting the privilege of those who can afford to remain unaffected by systemic issues.
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago
Social justice

It's healthy to demand reality

Critique of dismissive attitudes towards serious political threats like fascism and oppression.
Highlighting the privilege of those who can afford to remain unaffected by systemic issues.
more#social-justice
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

In O.C., former Vice President Harris says she'll stay politically active: 'I'm not going anywhere'

Kamala Harris emphasizes self-care and vows to remain politically active after her election loss.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump Tells Reporters He Sometimes Listens to Laura Loomer

Trump values Loomer's advice despite her controversial reputation.
#civil-rights
fromThe Nation
4 weeks ago
US politics

Cory Booker Makes History. Donald Trump Will Never Erase It.

Cory Booker broke a filibuster record, symbolizing a fight against historical erasure of achievements by diverse leaders.
fromKqed
1 month ago
US news

As Anxiety Mounts Over a Possible New Trump Travel Ban, Community Leaders Speak Out | KQED

California lawmakers and advocates criticize Trump's travel ban proposal, labeling it discriminatory and harmful, particularly for Muslim Americans.
US politics
fromThe Nation
4 weeks ago

Cory Booker Makes History. Donald Trump Will Never Erase It.

Cory Booker broke a filibuster record, symbolizing a fight against historical erasure of achievements by diverse leaders.
fromKqed
1 month ago
US news

As Anxiety Mounts Over a Possible New Trump Travel Ban, Community Leaders Speak Out | KQED

California lawmakers and advocates criticize Trump's travel ban proposal, labeling it discriminatory and harmful, particularly for Muslim Americans.
more#civil-rights
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Who are Youth Demand? The protest group threatening to 'shut down' London for a month

Youth Demand plans a month of protests in London, focusing on civil disobedience and demands related to fossil fuels and geopolitical issues.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Turkey's Opposition Is Energized: The Fire Is Already Lit'

Opposition protests in Turkey are escalating, particularly after the arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, signaling a resurgence in political activism.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I want us to get it right': Rachael Maskell on becoming Labour's reluctant rebel

Rachael Maskell emphasizes the importance of evidence-based policy, advocating for a compassionate approach to governance.
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