These workers face low wages, lousy conditions, and a monopoly system that puts the squeeze on them.
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The Republican Assault on Democracy is Worse Than You Think
Gerrymandering, voter suppression, losing Congressional control—the January 6 attack on the Capitol is just a preview of the GOP nightmare to come if Democrats don’t act now.
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Why the U.S. Should Use Trade Policy to Stem Illicit Drug Imports
The “War on Drugs” is a failure, but we still need to stop the flood of illegal imports like fentanyl. We used to stop the drug flow through trade negotiations. It can work again.
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Evangelicals, Trump, and How Politics Shapes Religion—Not the Other Way Around
An acclaimed religion writer finds a complex picture of Evangelical voters and even more cause for worry about political polarization.
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A Hungry Child’s First Thousand Days
There are more malnourished children in America than most people realize. Inside the neurological impact of them not getting them food they need.
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Blinken’s Mideast Mission Underscores Egypt’s Vital Role
The secretary of state’s Cairo summit is a reminder of how Jimmy Carter’s courage and Egyptian peace with Israel changed the world.
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From the U.S. to the Mideast, Beware of Media Manipulation
In an age of photo alterations and deep fakes, it’s easy to deceive. Look at these pictures of a camp of Syrian refugees.
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The New Covid-19 Hate Crimes Law Is Not Enough
It’s good as far as it goes, but fighting prejudice will require supporting the community groups deep in the trenches.
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If Roe v. Wade is Struck Down, It’ll Cost Republicans
The Supreme Court could overturn the landmark abortion ruling. Democrats could benefit, especially in purple swing states.
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What Inflation Could Do to the Biden Agenda
Rising prices may prove to be temporary but even that is a problem for everything—from infrastructure to the family tax credit.
