Workers Need Protection From Record-Breaking Heat
2,000 workers die from extreme heat every year. As temperatures rise, we need federal standards for water breaks, shade, and other basic protections.
Environment
On Our Climate-Challenged Planet, Only Some Deaths Really Matter
Wealthy victims make headlines — while the wealthy still living stall the moves that could protect us all
Making the Case for Public Rail Ownership
The toxic rail derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, was a symptom of a privatized rail system that prioritizes profit over public safety.
The Paradox of Public Health Solutions that Worsen Climate Change
The unanticipated environmental effects of inhalers underscore the contradictions inherent in piecemeal climate solutions.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Investment Actively Undermines Climate Goals
A new report from our team punctures the myth of an environmentally sustainable private jet industry.
Cities Are Taking on Uber’s Bullying
New research shows that Uber and Lyft's favorite argument against raising driver pay — that it would make trips unaffordable — isn't borne out by data. Wall Street greed is a better explanation for why your most recent ride was so pricey.
The USPS Network Consolidation Plan: What’s at Stake for Southern Oregon
A postal facility in Medford is one of many across the country facing the transfer of processing functions to a regional hub hundreds of miles away.
Progressive Dreams for Public Transit
Car-centric infrastructure drives inequality. As voters and advocates, we have the power to shape transit’s future for the better.
Sustaining Rosa Parks’s Struggle For Transit Equity
Transit Equity Day 2024 offers opportunities for reflection and participation.