22 States File Suit to 'Stop the FFC's Illegal Rollback of Net Neutrality'

A coalition of 22 state attorneys general came together on Tuesday to keep their promise to file a lawsuit challenging the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) recent move to roll back net neutrality consumer protections. “The repeal of net neutrality would turn internet service providers into gatekeepers—allowing them to put profits over consumers while controlling what Read more about 22 States File Suit to 'Stop the FFC's Illegal Rollback of Net Neutrality'[…]

Doomsday Clock Now '2 Minutes to Midnight' as Trump Drives Up Nuclear and Climate Threats

In response to rising nuclear tensions and concerns about inadequate action to address the climate crisis, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists announced Thursday the hands of the Doomsday Clock have been moved and it is now just two minutes midnight, a signal to the world that international scientists and policy experts are increasingly worried Read more about Doomsday Clock Now '2 Minutes to Midnight' as Trump Drives Up Nuclear and Climate Threats[…]

TONIGHT: #PeoplesSOTU to Counter Trump Agenda and Amplify the Resistance

High-profile progressives will host the People’s State of the Union on Monday evening, a day before President Donald Trump gives his own address to a joint session of Congress on his policy agenda. The People’s SOTU will be held in New York and will be available to stream live starting at 8:00pm EST. With a Read more about TONIGHT: #PeoplesSOTU to Counter Trump Agenda and Amplify the Resistance[…]

Demanding Real Gun Control Laws, Parkland Students Reject Mandatory Clear Backpacks That Make School Feel 'Like Jail'

As survivors of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting that killed 17 people last month prepare for the student-led “March for Our Lives” in Washington, D.C. on Saturday—part of a national movement to demand stricter gun safety laws—the Florida school district is implementing a new set of controversial rules after the explosion: among them, Read more about Demanding Real Gun Control Laws, Parkland Students Reject Mandatory Clear Backpacks That Make School Feel 'Like Jail'[…]

Adidas and Swarovski re-imagine footwear with crystals

Adidas has collaborated with Swarovski in the re-adaptation of the footwear brand’s Rivalry Low, the Stan Smith and the Superstar 50 with the embellishment of crystals. Both brands are celebrating milestones, it is Swarovski’s 125th anniversary and Adidas’ 50th anniversary. The Originals Rivalry Low sneakers, a court classic, will have crystals applied on printed fabric Read more about Adidas and Swarovski re-imagine footwear with crystals[…]

McLaren to keep Sainz ‘fully involved’ until end of season

McLaren F1 boss Andreas Seidl says the team is planning on keeping Ferrari-bound Carlos Sainz “fully involved” in its technical briefs until the end of the season to boost its chances of securing third in the Constructors’ championship. Sainz will depart the Woking-based outfit at the end of the current season to join Ferrari, a Read more about McLaren to keep Sainz ‘fully involved’ until end of season[…]

Julian Castro predicts Arizona will 'go blue' for Senate, presidential election

Former Obama Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro on Wednesday predicted Democrats would have “at least one” Senate seat in Arizona by 2020 and the state would vote blue in the next presidential election. In noting the Democratic candidate’s closer-than-expected loss in a special election Tuesday night, Castro tweeted that Democrats had a new “blueprint” for Read more about Julian Castro predicts Arizona will 'go blue' for Senate, presidential election[…]

Dem House candidate releases video showing lack of background checks at gun shows

A Democratic congressional candidate says a video of him purchasing an assault weapon at a gun show shows how easy it is for anyone to buy a high-powered weapon in the United States. Dan Helmer, a Democrat running against Rep. Barbara ComstockBarbara Jean ComstockLive coverage: House holds third day of public impeachment hearings Gun debate raises stakes Read more about Dem House candidate releases video showing lack of background checks at gun shows[…]

Pittenger loses GOP primary fight

Pastor Mark Harris has upset Rep. Robert PittengerRobert Miller PittengerBottom Line North Carolina reporter says there could be ‘new crop’ of GOP candidates in 9th Congressional District race North Carolina board calls for new election in contested House race MORE (R-N.C.) in his Tuesday primary, toppling the incumbent congressman after nearly defeating him in a primary Read more about Pittenger loses GOP primary fight[…]

Dems worry Trump will win over economy

Democrats are growing worried that the strong economy, and President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate advances public lands bill in late-night vote Warren, Democrats urge Trump to back down from veto threat over changing Confederate-named bases Esper orders ‘After Action Review’ of National Guard’s role in protests MORE’s messaging about his economic stewardship, will help Republicans in Read more about Dems worry Trump will win over economy[…]