For Native Mothers, a Way to Give Birth That Overcomes Trauma
A birthing center opening next year in New Mexico will provide a safe place for women to heal through their traditions.
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Why Bernie Sanders Is Pushing for More Worker-Owners
In times when Washington is unlikely to agree on much, employee ownership offers a bipartisan approach toward building a stronger and more just economy.
When Crossing the U.S.-Mexico Border Was Not a Crime
For most of American history, immigrants could enter the U.S. without official permission. So what changed?
School District Switches to Local and Organic Meals, Cuts Carbon Footprint—and Saves Money
A new report revealed surprising results when Oakland overhauled its lunch menu at 100-plus schools by serving less meat and more fruits and vegetables.
Why 22 House Republicans Would Rush to Impeach Trump Before Midterms
If Republicans think Trump has become a liability even in red states, they may decide their chances for re-election are better if they abandon him before 2018 elections.
Don’t Let Trump Drama Distract You While Congress Dismantles Medicaid
I’m obsessed with what this Congress is doing to the funding for health care, especially Medicaid, which insures 62.3 million Americans.
The Paper Company Threatening Ancient Boreal Forests—And Activists and Journalists
Resolute Forest Products provides the paper for the nation’s biggest newspapers and publishers. So it’s up to independent media to speak out.
We All Know Biking Makes Us Healthier. But It’s Even Better Than We Thought
Think you’re too busy to exercise? Here’s why you should consider cycling to work.
Trump Impeachment on Your Mind? 5 Things to Know
The articles of impeachment against Trump might look remarkably similar to those levied against Nixon and Clinton.
Seattle Judge Rules Justice Department Can’t Limit Legal Assistance to Immigrants
In siding with the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, the ruling also prevents the department from issuing cease-and-desist letters to similar organizations around the country.
Paranoid and Scared After Watching The Handmaid’s Tale? Good
The TV show is striking a chord that the novel and movie did not. Maybe it’s because we’re starting to see bits of Gilead all around us.
Yes, We Can Choose Good Globalization
The integration of knowledge, science, hospitality, and travel can have huge benefits for human connections and peace.
Resisting White Supremacy Can’t Happen Without Self-Care
For women of color, prioritizing our own physical, mental, and emotional well-being is vital to our fight for social justice.
How an Ancient Singing Tradition Helps People Cope With Trauma in the Modern World
In Finland, lament singing is experiencing a revival, one sad song at a time.
But Wait, U.S. Bank Has Not Stopped Funding Pipelines
Despite announcing its intent to stop pipeline project loans, U.S. Bank still gives massive amounts of general financing to oil giants who build pipelines. Will it stop that?
Black Teen Suicide Rate Has Doubled. Here Are 5 Ways to Help
“It’s so important for people of color to educate themselves on the prevalence of mental illness. We are not exempt. We are human.”
In Photos: A Mother Adjusts to Parenting After Prison
A unique initiative in Oregon helps incarcerated mothers stay connected with their children through special visitations and virtual parent-teacher conferences.
How Low-Income Mothers Are Breaking Into the Tech Industry
Two-thirds of low-wage workers are women, often mothers. These programs are giving them better access to high-wage careers.
For All the Single Ladies Not Ready to Have Babies, Here’s an Option
Apple and Facebook offer egg freezing in their employee health benefits. But what about the rest of us?
Want to #DivesttheGlobe? Here’s Where to Start
How to contact the 16 banks funding tar sands pipelines.
To Regain People’s Trust, the Democratic Party Must Support Single-Payer
Nearly 60 percent of Americans want Medicare for All. Democrats must support it, too.
The Race to Stop Tar Sands Pipeline Financing
Efforts to defund Keystone XL target same banks that supported DAPL. “If you stop the flow of dollars, you stop the flow of oil.”
Ditch the “Animal Farm” Mentality in Resisting Trump Policies
Try less fighting and speaking and doing to get “our” way—and a lot more sitting and listening and questioning and being still.
A Simple Email Can Help Save the 27 National Monument Areas on Trump’s List
The Trump administration wants to know how you feel about your national monument lands. A public comment period opens May 12.
Netflix and Bill Nye Are Saving Science—30 Minutes at a Time
With Netflix’s ascendancy and the way it’s changing viewing habits, “Bill Nye Saves the World” may be a huge opportunity for science education.
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