Iowa Bets Big on Wind Power
The state’s latest 2,500 megawatts of new projects are part of a wind energy surge around the country.
Nader Calls for a New 1 Percent
In his latest book, the critic and activist proposes the creation and activation of a new 1 percent—one that will expose “conditions of deprivation and abuse” and champion “basic fair play.”
New York to Make Good on the Promise of Offshore Wind
The state hopes a new project will finally begin to tap an enormous source of renewable energy.
Obama Bids Farewell With An Indirect Warning Of Trump’s Threat To Democracy
President Barack Obama on Tuesday issued a rallying cry to preserve and protect U.S. democracy, urging Americans to remain “vigilant, but not afraid” and to reject complacency and fear.
Obama’s Quiet Climate Legacy: A $5 Trillion College Divestment Campaign
Inspired by a president they propelled to office, college students have led a successful effort to pressure institutions to divest from fossil fuels.
One Man’s Actions to Help Feed the Hungry
Chip Paillex started donating his extra food—and then 4,000 volunteers joined him. Read more below.
Oregon standoff
“Oregon standoff: A timeline of how the confrontation unfolded” This issue is close to home for us…
Post-Fascist Europe Tells Us Exactly How to Defend Our Democracy
Have your passports ready, watch your language, and other advice from a Yale history professor.
Progressives Are the New Silent Majority
Most Americans actually prefer progressive policies — so how did we get here?
Solidarity—Plus 10 Other Reasons Women Showed Up to March
The Women’s March on Washington illustrated the wide variety of issues women are concerned about in the years ahead with Donald Trump.
