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Congresswomen press FDA on why a proposal to ban hair-straightening chemicals is delayed

Two U.S. House members who first pushed the Food and Drug Administration in 2023 to investigate the health risks of hair straighteners used primarily by Black women are asking the agency why it has twice delayed its target date to propose a ban on products containing formaldehyde

The Independent UK

Who Is Part Of 'The Squad' In US Politics: Young, Diverse Voices Leading A Progressive Revolution

"The Squad" has reshaped American politics leveraging their diverse backgrounds and social media savvy to engage young voters and drive the Democratic Party leftward.

International Business Times UK

Rashida Tlaib holds up ‘war criminal’ sign during Netanyahu address

Sole Palestinian American in Congress protests as other progressives call for Israel arms embargo and Gaza ceasefire

The Guardian - US

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Democratic Lawmakers Plan Counter-Programming Events During Netanyahu's Address

Democratic lawmakers plan counter-programming events during Netanyahu's Congress address, showcasing division on Israel-Hamas conflict.

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SCOTUS allows first nitrogen execution

"The world is watching," Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor warned before Kenny Smith was put to death Thursday

Salon

‘Political games’: Advocates vow to fight US border policy standoff

Asylum rights groups warn against kowtowing to Republican effort to condition Ukraine aid on greater restrictions.

Al Jazeera

FDA proposes ban on hair-straightening products containing formaldehyde

Proposal comes after study showing 50% increase in risk of uterine cancer for users of straighteners, who are frequently Black women

The Guardian - US

What is intersectionality? A scholar of organizational behavior explains

In modern conversations on race and politics, a popular buzzword has emerged to describe the impact of belonging to multiple social categories.

The Conversation

FDA is thinking about a ban on hair-straightening chemicals. Stylists say Black women have moved on

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering a ban on certain hair-straightening chemicals that have been used by Black women for years

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Salon

Progressives demand Gaza ceasefire

Hundreds of Jewish Americans and allies rallied outside the White House Monday to back a ceasefire

The Guardian - US

Progressive Democrats bring resolution calling for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war

Thirteen lawmakers call on Biden administration to facilitate de-escalation and send humanitarian aid into Gaza

The Independent UK

White House slams Squad members’ ‘repugnant’ comments on Israel attack

‘There are not two sides,’ said White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

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DSA Members Rally For Palestine As Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates

Democratic Socialists of America hold pro-Palestine rally in NYC amid rising tensions

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Reason

Banning Criminal Background Checks Will Lead To More Housing Discrimination, Not Less

The best reforms would correct the real problems of overcriminalization and overincarceration, as well as removing all artificial barriers to building more homes.

The Independent UK

Vivek Ramaswamy defends calling Ayanna Pressley part of ‘modern KKK’

‘This is backwards and harmful, but that is the point’ said Rep. Pressley’s spokesperson

Salon

McCarthy, Biden close to deal — maybe

Biden and McCarthy may cut a deal before the weekend — but many Republicans and Democrats are likely to oppose it

The Independent UK

George Floyd death anniversary: Reckoning with police violence in limbo

The murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police was three years ago today, and the fervent protests that erupted around the world in response, seemed like the catalyst needed for a nationwide reckoning on racism in policing

Chicago Tribune

Chicago mayoral candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas campaign down to the wire in ‘most important election in a generation’

Chicago mayoral candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas ended the final weekend of the race by fanning out across the city, from a Dungeons and Dragons-themed bar in Avondale to churches around the South and West sides.

The Independent UK

‘Making billionaires cry on TV’: Elizabeth Warren touts her record as she announces third run for Senate

‘Elizabeth is my partner in the Senate and I have seen this perpetual energy machine up close,’ Ed Markey says

Boston Herald

Elizabeth Warren announces third Senate bid in new campaign ad

BOSTON — The state’s senior senator will seek a third term, her campaign has announced with a new ad.

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