Lessons in Climate Adaptation From Florida’s Hurricane Recovery
When Hurricane Ian hit Florida in late September 2022, it took more than 100 lives, becoming the deadliest storm to hit the United States since Katrina in 2005. Hurricane Ian
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How U.S. Military Aid Emboldens Israel
Analyst Lindsay Koshgarian counters President Biden’s claim that American interests require funding Israeli militarism.
Why Language Matters in Israel’s Assault on Gaza
Language has the ability to shape narratives about justice and war. Norman Solomon suggests applying the same standards to all violators of human rights.
How to Defeat “Wealth Supremacy” and Build a Democratic Economy
Marjorie Kelly's new book critiques the U.S. economy's embrace of "wealth supremacy," and explores alternate models of democratic economies.
Applying International Law to Israel’s War and Hamas’ Attack
Dr. Stephen Zunes offers an in-depth exploration of the international laws defining Israel and Hamas' behavior.
YES! Presents: The Power of Narrative in Pursuing Racial Justice
Sonali Kolhatkar discusses her new book as well as the experiences—both personal and professional—that inspired it.
Repairing Decades of Racist School Reforms
In a new book, Bettina Love, Ph.D., lays out the harms created by decades of school reforms and charts a path toward repair.
Striking Auto Workers Are Out-Organizing Their Bosses
A journalist takes us inside UAW’s “Stand Up” strike strategy, an innovative spin-off of 1930’s era “sit down” strikes.
Unraveling the Root Causes of Violence in Israel and Palestine
A horrific attack on Israeli civilians is being met with a horrific attack on Palestinian civilians. What now?
Media Analysis of Libya Flooding Misses NATO Role
Western media covered the devastating floods in Libya with little mention of NATO’s role in the war that has led to crumbling infrastructure.
How Young Climate Activists Are Confronting Power
A newly formed organization called Climate Defiance is challenging the Biden administration to live up to its climate change promises.
Can the FTC Break Up Amazon’s Monopoly?
The FTC thinks Amazon hurts small businesses and consumers. Ron Knox of The Institute for Local Self-Reliance agrees.
Inside the Underground Abortion Pill Network
An intrepid group of women skirt anti-abortion laws via mail-order abortion pills. A new documentary called “Plan C” tells their story.
Illegally Fired Workers Fight Back
The Unemployed Workers United wants to raise the financial and political costs of illegally firing workers for union activity.
Centering People in a New Economy
Fed up with capitalism’s destruction and inequality, there is a growing movement to build a new model based on “people’s prosperity.”
If Rent Is Out of Control, Time to Control Rent
Tara Raghuveer of People’s Action outlines detailed rent control regulations that have been proven to work in cities around the U.S.
Introducing YES! Presents: Rising Up With Sonali
The program marks a new avenue to deliver YES!’s independent, inspiring solutions journalism for a better world—now on radio and television!
Why Michael Harriot’s History of America is “Black AF”
The acclaimed journalist and writer retells American history through an unapologetically Black-centered lens—and illustrates the extent of white supremacist narratives.
Can the 14th Amendment Keep Trump Off the Ballot?
Legal scholars and groups like Free Speech for People are making a strong case to keep Trump off state-level ballots in 2024.
Can Workplaces Work Better for Gender-Expansive Employees?
A new study finds that anti-LGBTQ and transphobic policies and rhetoric negatively impact trans and gender-expansive workers. What can workplaces do to improve this environment?
Making Connections Between Climate and Racial Justice
Racial justice activist Jason Blake, whose nephew Jacob Blake was shot by Kenosha police, makes the case for marching to end fossil fuels at a major protest on Sept. 17 in New York City.
Auto Workers Fight for Basic Fairness
Labor expert Cedric de Leon explains why the UAW’s demands aren’t audacious, as a potential auto workers’ strike looms.
Making Medicare Drugs Affordable
Medicare can finally use its purchasing power to negotiate lower drug prices—but Big Pharma is pushing back.
How to Realize Dr. King’s Dream, 60 Years Later
From baby bonds to reparations, the government can undertake specific economic policies to help close the racial wealth gap.
Grappling With Growth
YES! Media’s Executive Editor Evette Dionne previews the Fall 2023 issue of YES! Magazine.
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