A Test of U.S. Climate Leadership Will Be How We Treat the Standing Rock Sioux
Can we trust Clinton-Kaine promises of an energy future “where no one is left out or left behind”?
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Meet the Farmworker Who Helped Win Rent Control in California’s Wine Country
When Gervacio Pena Lopez migrated to Sonoma County 30 years ago, he just wanted to find work to support his family. Since then, he has won victories for domestic and day laborers.
Dear Politicians, Here’s What You’d See at the Standing Rock Sioux Blockade
Most importantly, they would see the serious purpose for the people here at Camp Sacred Stone, one that’s not going away without a successful resolution.
Why We Need Tiny Colleges
Could smaller—and cheaper—schools produce more thoughtful, engaged, and compassionate human beings?
Call for Submissions: Science for the Public Good
Send us your ideas by Sept 25.
3 Reasons the Standing Rock Sioux Can Stop the Dakota Access Pipeline
For starters, this protest is about a competing idea for the future of the planet—and waves of people will show up to make that point.
Voting Rights Victories Piling Up
“The Federal District and Appeals Courts are willing to do what the Supreme Court wouldn’t do, which is acknowledge the reality that racial discrimination in voting persists today.”
“Equal Play, Equal Pay”: Female Athletes Play for Respect in Rio
The U.S. national women’s soccer team has won far more championships than the U.S. men’s team. So why are they paid less?
The Surprise Weapon in Detroit’s Battle Against Gentrification
The Illuminate Literacy project encourages neighborhood youth to hold onto their identities and histories by expressing themselves in words.
The Fifth-Graders Who Put Mexican Repatriation Back Into History Books
When a California history class noticed the U.S. 1930s Mexican Repatriation had been left out of the curriculum, they decided to take it up with the state Legislature.
Why Say No to the TPP? Corporations Already Have Too Much Power
Our hope lies in shifting power to communities and regions that prioritize safety, clean air, children’s health, and locally rooted livelihoods.
New Voting App Aims to Improve Turnout of Young Latinos
With 4 million more Latinos eligible to vote in 2016, Unidos brings news and information to a group that could play a major role in the 2016 elections.
Two Towns Battle Colorado for Freedom to Ban Fracking
In a growing number of states, communities are demanding more self-governance over everything from environmental sustainability to gun control.
Native Candidates Make a Historic Push for Congress
As the presidential race has demonstrated, 2016 is the year for outsiders, and no group can be considered further from the establishment than Native Americans.
A Political Turning Point for Native Americans
Who will be Indian Country’s Obama? Look to the states. Her name will be Paulette, Peggy, or Denise.
Why Hope Has Power in This Gut-Wrenching Election Year
Cynicism and despair are among democracy’s worst enemies.
The Real Reason the RNC Was So Angry
From Obama to Black Lives Matter, everyone is talking about structural racism—something Trump’s supporters don’t want to own.
#WallOffTrump: How Humor Defied Racism at the RNC
Laughter makes us feel safer, stronger, and more together. In Cleveland, activists used it to flip Trump's own ridiculous words upside down.
After Weeks of Tragedy, Possibilities Will Emerge
The one thing we can count on is change. But what will make that change inclusive and sustainable instead of violent and fascistic?
Tell Us About the Revolution Where You Live
The 20th anniversary issue of YES! will show you, state by state, how change happens when communities work together. Tell us what’s happening where you live today.
For Decades, the USDA Was Black Farmers’ Worst Enemy. Here’s How It Became an Ally
Through partnering with local farmers, the USDA has begun to tackle its racist past.
We Already Know How to Reduce Police Racism and Violence
Recent research has shown cities what works. For starters, hire more female police officers.
5 Ways the News Media Can Get Real
When Donald Trump gets more air time than Bernie Sanders, the media misses the mark on grassroots change.
When Soldiers Come Home, Who Tends to Their Moral Injuries?
Listening can help ease the transition home for veterans and ultimately heal us as a nation.
The Working-Class Wounds Hidden Behind Trump Voters’ Racism
If we listen carefully to Trump’s supporters, we can hear their desire for progressive policies.
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