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Congressional Progressive Caucus demands an end to repression in Brazil

July 31, 2018 By Ron Boehmer And Geoff Nolan

“We add our voices to recent calls in opposing an intensifying assault on democracy and human rights in Brazil."

Republicans step up attacks on the poor

July 31, 2018 By Josh Bivens

This week, congressional Republicans doubled down on their tax scam for the rich and corporations.

Nearly 300 sea turtles dead as red tide plagues Florida

July 30, 2018 By Lorraine Chow

"More must be done for Southwest Florida, and with urgency. The health and well-being of people and the environment must be prioritized over corporate interests."

‘Abolish ICE’ drive hits Congress

July 30, 2018 By Mark Gruenberg

A small but growing group of congressional Democrats called for eliminating ICE, and introduced legislation to do so.

Immigrant, labor, and abortion rights at stake in Oregon elections

July 30, 2018 By Bob Rossi

Groups are campaigning against Ballot Measure 105, legislation that would repeal Oregon’s so-called “sanctuary status,” in place now since 1987.