The U. S. A. was established on a system of white supremacy, meaning specifically the subjugation and subordination of people of African descent and Native peoples. Many people have fought and died trying to change this system, occasionally even having a little success, but never overturning white supremacy’s basic structure. Consequently, many if not most … [Read more…]
The recent second impeachment trial of Donald Trump shows once again the weakness of the Democrats, or at least how they continue to be played by the Republicans. McConnell and other Republican senators argued that Congress had no jurisdiction to try Trump since he was no longer in office. Therefore, they voted for acquittal even … [Read more…]
Collective bargaining is generally considered a good thing. All workers should have the opportunity to negotiate with employers to reach agreements on working conditions, benefits, and other aspects of workers’ compensation. However, some union contracts go beyond the terms and conditions of the workers’ employment. Police union contracts have created a system of protections for … [Read more…]