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Michael Arria

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Netanyahu Pushes Congress to Adopt a New Structure for US Military Aid to Israel

Netanyahu Pushes Congress to Adopt a New Structure for US Military Aid to Israel

As opposition to Israel grows, the system would make US aid less transparent and more deeply embedded in supply chains.

13.06.2026 8

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Trump Admin Uses Iran War Oil Shock to Push Drilling in Alaskan Wilderness

The five-year plan is expected to cause 4,000 additional oil spills and the destruction of fragile ecosystems.

31.05.2026 8

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Campaign to Overturn Illinois Anti-BDS Law Picks Up Steam

The effort could serve as a model for activists in other states seeking to challenge laws banning boycotts of Israel.

11.05.2026 7

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40 Out of 47 Democratic Senators Just Voted to Block Arms Sales to Israel

Sen. Sanders's measures still failed to pass, but they document a historic shift in Democratic consensus on Israel aid.

16.04.2026 6

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Democrats Are Facing New Political Litmus Test: Military Aid to Israel

A new Pew poll shows that 60 percent of U.S. adults have an unfavorable view of Israel, up from 53 percent last year.

09.04.2026 7

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Trump Convenes “God Squad” Committee in Move That Could Annihilate Whale Species

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth cited national security when requesting exemptions to endangered species protections.

30.03.2026 6

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GOP Farm Bill Set to Unleash Pesticide Use and Strip Animal Welfare Protections

The bill protects agrochemicals producers from lawsuits, and overturns food and pesticide safety laws and statutes.

14.03.2026 10

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Despite Trump’s War on Workers, Labor Movement Notched Crucial Wins in 2025

As Trump prepares to escalate attacks on unions and immigrant workers, the labor movement must build power to stop him.

28.12.2025 20

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CA Educators Urge Newsom to Veto What They Call “Classroom Censorship Bill”

Teachers’ unions and civil rights groups say the legislation could stifle criticisms of Israel.

25.09.2025 10

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UN Inquiry Concludes Israel Is Committing Genocide and Calls for Arms Embargo

The findings could be used by the International Court of Justice, which has a pending genocide case against Israel.

17.09.2025 10

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DNC Vote on Israel Arms Embargo May Set Democratic Party’s Course on Palestine

At its summer meeting, the Democratic National Committee will vote on 2 rival resolutions concerning Gaza.

23.08.2025 10

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Trump’s War on OSHA Could Spell the End for Biden-Era Heat Protections

A proposed rule from the Biden administration would protect 36 million workers from the hazards of extreme heat.

08.06.2025 7

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US Students on Hunger Strikes as Israeli-Engineered Famine Takes Hold in Gaza

Despite growing suppression, students have achieved multiple divestment victories and are pushing for more wins.

23.05.2025 7

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Trump Quietly Took Away a Living Wage From Thousands of Federal Workers

Companies can now illegally pay federal contractors less than the current minimum wage and face no consequences.

01.05.2025 7

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FBI and Police Raid Homes of Pro-Palestine Student Activists in Michigan

The state attorney general’s office has aggressively targeted the movement.

24.04.2025 8

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