Why the “Rule of Law” Is a Powerful Idea for Standing Rock
Although the governor cites the rule of law in his eviction order, the Sioux have this: the Constitution’s Article 6, declaring “treaties as the Supreme Law of the Land.”
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How to Get Your Head in This Moment
This is not the first time forward progress has ended in a right-wing regime. And the past has plenty of lessons for how to go forward effectively.
Standing Rock Eviction Countdown: Will You Keep Fighting With Us?
Our people will continue to resist in and beyond this moment, as this is but one front in the wars being waged against us.
This Organic Food Company Doesn’t Discriminate Against Ex-Offenders—It Seeks Them Out
Lancaster Food Company searches for job applicants who need help getting back on their feet. So far, not one has quit.
20 Ways to Take a Bigger, Louder Stand in the Post-Election World
Many of us are rekindling our activist spirit knowing that the next four years will require everyone to act.
From Across the Country, Gifts of Tiny Houses Arrive for Standing Rock
How five large trees in remote Oregon ended up as winter housing for water protectors, including their first newborn baby.
Sheriffs Refuse to Send Troops to Standing Rock as Public Outrage and Costs Mount
North Dakota is stretched thin in its battle to protect the Dakota Access pipeline construction: Costs are nearing $15 million, and police reinforcements are diminishing.
6 Ways to Take Action in the Calm Before the Trump
If you think Trump is all talk, consider this: Research shows past presidents have accomplished about 75 percent of what they promised to do during their campaigns.
How to Attempt Racial Healing—Even During a Trump Presidency
America’s past truth and reconciliation processes show us what works.
Please Stop Thinking You’re Better Than Trump Supporters
We’ve got to stop acting out hate. There is no less of it in the liberal media than there is in the right-wing media. It is just better disguised.
Suddenly Time—And the Oil Market—Are On the Side of the Standing Rock Sioux
This week’s new Army Corps decision and a fresh lawsuit could delay the Dakota Access pipleline more than makes economic sense.
Americans Gave “Unprecedented” Millions to Causes in Trump’s Line of Fire
In the week since Trump’s election, organizations fighting for the rights of women, immigrants, and others have received a flood of support they’ve never seen before.
What Standing Rock Tells Us About Civil Disobedience
The militarized response to communities of color signals a possible double standard in law enforcement’s acceptance of civil disobedience.
Will Trump Deport Me? Here’s What I Told My Son
Since I moved here more than two decades ago, this is the first time I feel vulnerable. But I have faith in millions of Americans to defend my right to be here.
Trump Protests Could Be the Start of a New Civil Rights Era
Social change begins in the streets with citizen activism, but it’s important to realize this chapter of history is unlike any that has come before.
White People, It’s the Bigots Where You Live That Need You the Most
To address the bigotry that helped elect Trump, White people might consider the work ahead in their own families and communities.
How Cities Can Protect People Threatened By Trumpism
Cities can offer shelter and protection to their vulnerable citizens and become a place progressives can exert real power.
I Couldn’t Go to Standing Rock, So I Closed My Bank Accounts Instead
There are 38 banks supporting the Dakota Access pipeline. I found out mine was one of them.
With Trump, a Renewed Call to Radical Feminist Men
Our task is to reject men’s claim to control women’s reproductive power and sexuality, while calling out White supremacy and a widening equality gap.
Leader of the Standing Rock Sioux on Prayers and a President Trump
“We’re about protecting our future. And that’s what he should be about.”
4 Ways We Voted For a Better Criminal Justice System
From reducing incarceration levels in Oklahoma to keeping kids out of adult prisons in California, voters gave a few significant wins to the rights of the incarcerated.
After Trump’s Victory, Stand With Your Community
Don’t talk about moving to Canada or Costa Rica. Reach out to those who are vulnerable and promise to stand with them.
10 Ways to Cope With What Just Happened
Here are three: Make room for your grief, be with friends, and don’t dismiss the people who voted for Donald Trump.
How to Find the Good in This Nasty Election Cycle
Four ways to turn election stress into courage and compassion.
Norway’s Largest Bank Divests From Dakota Access, Launches Own Investigation
Up to $460 million in credit is still at stake for the Bakken pipeline companies after DNB shed its pipeline assets and has begun a “fact-based evaluation” of indigenous rights abuses.
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