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Condemnation statement of the World Federation of Trade Unions on the attack on Sumud Flotila Activists
04 May 2026 by WFTU The World Federation of Trade Unions expresses its grave concern and unequivocal condemnation regarding the interception of the Sumud Flotilla convoy by Israeli military forces in international waters while it was carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Sumud Flotilla was intercepted in international waters in what can only be described as an act of piracy in violation of international law. The Israeli armed forces sabotaged and destroyed boats, leaving m
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May 42 min read


Thousands Rally at the State Capitol in Support of The California Science and Health Research Bond Act
The UAW represents 60,000 workers at the University of California, which stands to lose billions annually due to federal cuts to scientific research. Every dollar of federal research funding returns $2.56 to the economy. Sacramento, CA – More than 2,000 people rallied at the state capitol today in support of Senate Bill 895 (D-Wiener), which if passed and signed by Gov. Newsom would advance a 2026 ballot measure to restore funding to a broad range of life-saving scientific re
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May 42 min read


Lessons for Everyone from the Irish Farmer Protests
Our farm policy is about propping up export markets instead of feeding Americans and creating resilient systems. LA Progressive Anthony Pahnke Apr 30, 2026 Can anything make farmers turn away from Trump? How rightwing populism has gripped rural areas, especially among farmers, is evidenced by the results from the past few presidential elections. Still, critical challenges are emerging for key constituencies in Trump's base, principally due to the damage that the Iran war is d
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May 34 min read
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