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Close up image of a hand holding a graduation cap and tassel with traditional Navajo accessories and jewelry such as a beaded feather and coral ring.

Aug 27, 2026

Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide

Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide
A demonstrator at the Journey to Justice rally in Basile, Louisiana on June 30, 2025 holding a sign that says, "ICE is Breaking The Law."

Mar 12, 2026

A Sunday at an Idaho Racetrack Ended in a Mass Immigration Raid. Hundreds Faced Cruel Detention Practices.

A Sunday at an Idaho Racetrack Ended in a Mass Immigration Raid. Hundreds Faced Cruel Detention Practices.
Exterior view of the main historic building of National Institutes of Health (NIH) inside Bethesda campus.

May 16, 2025

鈥楧evastated鈥� and 鈥楬opeless.鈥� Researchers Speak Out on Funding Cuts

鈥楧evastated鈥� and 鈥楬opeless.鈥� Researchers Speak Out on Funding Cuts
A student presenting in front of a diverse classroom.

Apr 22, 2025

Educators Speak Out on Harms of Unlawful Education Department Directive

Educators Speak Out on Harms of Unlawful Education Department Directive
Trans Rights, speakers, protesters, and supporters denounce the Trump Administration's persistent attacks on the transgender community. by carrying a huge sign reading" TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS".

Apr 3, 2025

The Human Toll of Trump's Anti-Trans Crusade

The Human Toll of Trump's Anti-Trans Crusade
Voter volunteers holding voting pamphlets.

Nov 4, 2024

This Election Day, States Lead the Fight for Reproductive Freedom

This Election Day, States Lead the Fight for Reproductive Freedom