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Social justice
fromThe Nation
20 hours ago

How Working People Are the Canaries in the Coal Mine

Politicians are addressing the affordability crisis, but many working individuals feel neglected and question the timing of this attention.
#democratic-socialism
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
15 hours ago

Mamdani Wants to Show That Democratic Socialism "Can Flourish Anywhere"

Democratic socialism can thrive nationally, focusing on the working class and delivering practical governance, as demonstrated by the mayor's early accomplishments.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Mamdani believes democratic socialism "can flourish anywhere," says he and Trump share love of New York City

Democratic socialism can thrive anywhere, focusing on the working class as the central political majority.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
15 hours ago

Mamdani Wants to Show That Democratic Socialism "Can Flourish Anywhere"

Democratic socialism can thrive nationally, focusing on the working class and delivering practical governance, as demonstrated by the mayor's early accomplishments.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Mamdani believes democratic socialism "can flourish anywhere," says he and Trump share love of New York City

Democratic socialism can thrive anywhere, focusing on the working class as the central political majority.
National Hockey League
fromDefector
1 day ago

It Is The Spring Of The Downtrodden | Defector

The NHL playoffs feature unexpected teams, with the Buffalo Sabres and Ottawa Senators rising from obscurity to challenge for the Cup.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
15 hours ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
#climate-change
Media industry
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

A Burning House, a Quiet Media, a Silenced Majority

Media significantly influences public perception and action on climate change, shaping narratives that affect voting, consumer behavior, and personal discussions.
Media industry
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

A Burning House, a Quiet Media, a Silenced Majority

Media significantly influences public perception and action on climate change, shaping narratives that affect voting, consumer behavior, and personal discussions.
Women
fromFast Company
19 hours ago

Why work still sucks for women

Women face significant workplace challenges, including the gender pay gap, leadership barriers, harassment, and unpaid domestic work responsibilities.
from48 hills
1 day ago

Hundreds rally against health care cuts - 48 hills

Maria Elena Healy, a registered nurse at Laguna Honda, stated, 'I am just one of the few who have been laid off. They are eliminating an entire department. These people will no longer have the specialty nursing care that we provide.'
Healthcare
Women in technology
fromForbes
13 hours ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
Non-profit organizations
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

HIV activists shout down Project 2025 author for freezing key HIV/AIDS funding - LGBTQ Nation

Protests erupted during Russell Vought's congressional testimony over delays in funding for PEPFAR, highlighting concerns about cuts to HIV/AIDS programs.
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 day ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
1 day ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
fromDefector
1 day ago

A Year After The Corrections Officer Strike, New York Is Still Failing Its Incarcerated Population | Defector

The HALT Act mandates prisoners receive seven hours of congregate time outside our cells each day and limits excessive use of solitary confinement.
NYC parents
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
Business
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why people can't build wealth on wages alone, and what to do about it

Rising inequality and ownership are central to addressing the affordability crisis and ensuring prosperity during technological revolutions.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Amsterdam News
2 days ago

Rev. Al Sharpton says killing of Brooklyn toddler is a 'wake up call'

A seven-month-old baby was killed by a stray bullet, prompting calls for community action and justice from Rev. Al Sharpton and others.
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
#immigration
California
fromKqed
2 days ago

'No Hope for Someone Like Me': Immigrants in California Pull Back From Filing Taxes | KQED

Immigrant communities in California face significant declines in tax filings due to shrinking refunds and distrust in the IRS.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
8 hours ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
California
fromKqed
2 days ago

'No Hope for Someone Like Me': Immigrants in California Pull Back From Filing Taxes | KQED

Immigrant communities in California face significant declines in tax filings due to shrinking refunds and distrust in the IRS.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
8 hours ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
#zohran-mamdani
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Is Zohran Mamdani's "Sewer Socialism" Resonating?

Zohran Mamdani's first hundred days as mayor of New York showcase a disciplined, media-focused approach to governance and key initiatives.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
4 days ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Is Zohran Mamdani's "Sewer Socialism" Resonating?

Zohran Mamdani's first hundred days as mayor of New York showcase a disciplined, media-focused approach to governance and key initiatives.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
4 days ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Secret Advantage of Not Doing It Alone

Social support enhances performance, reduces stress, increases well-being, and can be experienced through imagination and helping behaviors.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Chain reaction: A framework for America's housing and retirement crises

The American Dream faces challenges in homeownership due to affordability, inventory issues, and systemic policy failures.
#homelessness
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
11 hours ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
11 hours ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 days ago

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How to spot the red flags of a toxic culture

Workplace culture significantly influences job satisfaction and career success, with toxic environments leading to disengagement and unhappiness.
#philanthropy
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

I-Team talks with homeless man at center of San Leandro police 'dumping' controversy

San Leandro police violently detained a homeless man, Shaquille Coleman, and dumped him seven miles away in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
fromJezebel
3 days ago

ICE Is Ignoring Woman's Life-Threatening Ovarian Cyst-and Her Condition Is Getting Worse

For over a month, my office has been going back and forth with ICE officials about Andrea's condition. We have been ignored, put off, and frankly, lied to about the treatment she has received while in detention.
US politics
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Where the Resistance Lives

Internal resistance to emotions can block creativity and flow, but confronting difficult thoughts can restore movement and reduce tension.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored

Zoe Trafford's experience highlights ongoing issues in women's healthcare, particularly regarding endometriosis and the need for better listening by medical professionals.
#disability-rights
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
5 days ago

What Do Authoritarians Fear Most? People Who Stick Up for Each Other.

Solidarity among communities is essential for resilience against economic and social pressures exacerbated by conflict and local challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Media coverage of violence against women reaches dismal' low, report finds

The proportion of articles that include terms relating to misogynistic abuse dropped to a dismal 1.3% of all global online news in 2025, the lowest level in that period.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why workplaces need a gendered health approach

For decades, work was designed around a fiction, that of the 'neutral' worker, an abstract individual assumed to be fully available, consistent, rational, and unaffected by bodily constraints. But this neutrality was never real.
Women
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 days ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: The Rise of Network Shutdowns

In 2024 alone, authorities imposed 304 internet shutdowns across 54 countries - the highest number ever recorded. This reflects a growing trend of governments treating connectivity as a weapon.
World politics
Media industry
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Q&A: 'Democracy Now!' host Amy Goodman urges S.F. residents to 'Steal This Story, Please!'

Amy Goodman advocates for amplifying marginalized voices through independent journalism to combat corporate media's silencing of important stories.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

There's a version of strength that only develops in people who had to figure out the rules of a place nobody explained to them. They don't talk about it because the people who had the rules handed to them wouldn't understand what was hard about it, and the people who also had to figure it out don't need the explanation. - Silicon Canals

Onsighting in climbing parallels navigating social systems, emphasizing perceptual capacity over resilience in understanding unwritten rules.
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Why Passion Isn't Enough to Scale a Nonprofit

Most nonprofits begin with passion, and for good reason. A founder identifies a critical need and brings together a team that cares deeply enough to act. That kind of energy is what makes the early days possible. It drives long hours, resourceful problem-solving and a deep commitment to impact.
Non-profit organizations
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

London has fallen to crime and feral youth? Rubbish | Letters

Young people's presence is often misinterpreted as a threat, leading to moral panic and calls for control rather than understanding.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

How Community-Based Healthcare Builds Engagement

Most people leave doctor visits with prescriptions, but still feel unsure—instructions make sense, but no one asks about their life. In contrast, when a provider knows your name, remembers your story, and explains care in a way that fits you, the experience feels different—and that difference matters.
Healthcare
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
Public health
fromAxios
2 days ago

Finish Line: The quiet rise of "prescribing connection"

Social prescribing addresses health crises and broader issues like social isolation through diverse community programs and activities.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on social science research: embracing uncertainty | Editorial

Half of social science research results published in reputable journals cannot be replicated, highlighting a significant reproducibility crisis.
Media industry
from48 hills
3 days ago

Screen Grabs: In the trenches of democracy with Amy Goodman - 48 hills

The future of credible news reporting is threatened by various factors, including corporate media mergers, AI, and hostility towards the press.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who grew up poor in the 1960s and 70s develop a specific relationship to waste - they can't throw away a half-used candle or a rubber band or a piece of foil, not from habit, but because their nervous system still treats abundance as temporar - Silicon Canals

Scarcity during childhood shapes the brain's stress-response architecture, leading to lasting changes in emotion regulation and threat detection.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
4 days ago

Independent journalists are mission-driven, but financially strained, a new report says

Financial sustainability remains elusive for creator journalists, with many struggling to fund their lifestyles through content creation alone.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

Social Malpractice in the Age of Cultural Compliance

Socially engaged art faces challenges in a world increasingly hostile to independent thought and public expression.
Public health
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Zohran Mamdani Is Wavering on One of His Most Important Campaign Promises

The proposed Department of Community Safety aims to redefine security and challenge police power through a socialist framework.
Social justice
fromNEPYORK
3 days ago

New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

New York lawmakers are advancing a bill to prohibit caste-based discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Power in the hands of people': union leaders push to revive ailing US labor movement

This is really about trying to put power in the hands of people. There's 70% of workers who want a union, and 10% have them. If it were a company, they would figure out how to get the product into the hands of the 70% who wanted it.
Social justice
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Pennsylvania's Abolitionist Organizers Win Victory Against Mandatory Life Without Parole

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruling overturns mandatory life sentences for felony murder, impacting over a thousand individuals, primarily Black.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
#environmental-justice
fromNature
2 months ago
Social justice

My professor said 'Black people are not interested in the environment'. I set out to prove him wrong

fromNature
2 months ago
Social justice

My professor said 'Black people are not interested in the environment'. I set out to prove him wrong

Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why food justice isn't being served in America

Food justice advocates often misrepresent South Central Los Angeles as a resource-depleted food desert lacking grocery stores and knowledgeable residents, contradicting anthropological research documenting abundant food retail and community food practices.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Does 'Care' Mean During Times of Social Instability?

Care is fluid and adaptive; emotional signals like anger, numbness, and fatigue indicate needs and limits, and individual care requires collective support for survival.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
2 months ago

Philanthropy Must Defend the Right to Bear Witness | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

"Are you okay?" These were Alex Pretti's last words, said to a woman after ICE agents had tackled and pepper-sprayed her. Videos from bystanders show Pretti holding up a phone, attempting to document what was happening before he himself was pepper-sprayed, wrestled to the ground, and killed by those officers. He lost his life not for committing violence, but for documenting it, and stepping in to protect someone facing it.
US politics
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Protesting Can Be Good For You

Participating in political protests builds social connection, reduces stress through collective effervescence, and strengthens community allyship against state aggression toward vulnerable groups.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Abolition Is Still the Only Way Out of This

Superficial reforms like body cameras and uniforms fail to challenge systemic state violence and instead legitimize and enable continued expansion and funding of ICE and policing.
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