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Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the most visible symbol and potent voice of the U.S. women's movement in the '60s and '70s and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for the rest of her life, has died at 92

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Gloria Steinem dies at 92: Pioneering feminist activist had deep New York ties

Gloria Steinem dies at 92: Pioneering feminist activist had deep New York ties

Gloria Steinem, the pioneering feminist activist and journalist who helped shape the modern women's rights movement, died Wednesday at her New York City home. She was 92.

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, has died

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, has died

Gloria Steinem, the most visible symbol and potent voice of the U.S. women's movement in the '60s and '70s and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for the rest of her life, has died at 92

Feminist organizer, writer and civil rights activist Gloria Steinem dies at 92

Feminist organizer, writer and civil rights activist Gloria Steinem dies at 92

Steinem was one of the leading faces of the American women's rights movement in the late 20th century and beyond.

Feminist activist Gloria Steinem dies at age 92

Feminist activist Gloria Steinem dies at age 92

By Patricia Reaney Sept 3 (Reuters) - Gloria Steinem, the American writer, lecturer, activist and organizer who fought for gender equality and women's civil and reproductive rights for more than five decades, has died, her foundation said. She was 92 years old.

Independent Grocers Sue New York City Over Mayor Mamdani's Plan for City-Owned Grocery Stores

Independent Grocers Sue New York City Over Mayor Mamdani's Plan for City-Owned Grocery Stores

A coalition representing hundreds of independent grocers has filed a lawsuit against New York City concerning Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s initiative to establish five city-owned grocery stores. The grocers argue that these taxpayer-backed stores could create an unfair competitive disadvantage for existing neighborhood businesses. WNYC and Gothamist reporter Karen Yi is investigating the specifics of the lawsuit, the city's defense of its plan, and the potential for this experiment to ultimately reduce costs for both consumers and smaller grocers. The core of the dispute centers on whether government-operated grocery stores, intended to provide more affordable options, will inadvertently harm the private sector, particularly independent and minority-owned businesses that are already serving these communities.

Exclusive-Trump birthright curbs may prompt US passport checks on parents

Exclusive-Trump birthright curbs may prompt US passport checks on parents

By Kristina Cooke and Nate Raymond Sept 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department has proposed requiring parents applying for passports for their children to provide proof of their own citizenship or immigration status as part of President Donald Trump's latest effort to limit birthright citizenship.

Representatives Clarke and Pressley Condemn Haitian Deportations Following TPS Revocation

Representatives Clarke and Pressley Condemn Haitian Deportations Following TPS Revocation

On August 31, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley issued a joint statement condemning the deportation and 'dehumanization' of Haitian nationals. Their statement follows the Supreme Court's recent decision to side with President Trump regarding the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) of Haitian immigrants, which has left approximately 350,000 Haitians in the U.S. without temporary legal status. The representatives highlighted that thousands of Haitians have been detained by the Trump administration and that Haiti is currently designated as a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' country by the U.S. Department of State due to extreme risks of crime, kidnapping, and terrorism. They asserted that the Trump administration's actions are forcing Haitians into dangerous conditions, citing recent gang massacres and kidnappings, and noted that some deported individuals have already been killed. Both congresswomen are vocal advocates for Haitian nationals, with Congresswoman Clarke co-founding the House H...

Reproductive Rights Group Launches $250K Campaign Against Senator Susan Collins Over Kavanaugh Vote

Reproductive Rights Group Launches $250K Campaign Against Senator Susan Collins Over Kavanaugh Vote

Reproductive Freedom for All (RFFA), one of the nation's oldest abortion rights organizations, in conjunction with the Senate Majority PAC, has initiated a $250,000 direct-mail campaign targeting Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine). The campaign aims to reach over 100,000 Maine households, specifically women who advocate for reproductive freedom. The core of the campaign criticizes Senator Collins for her 2018 vote to confirm Justice Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. Justice Kavanaugh was part of the majority that ultimately overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. This marks the first time Senator Collins has faced voters since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, despite having run for reelection once before since the Kavanaugh confirmation. RFFA and Senate Majority PAC accuse Senator Collins of failing to uphold her promises regarding reproductive rights and highlight her support for numerous judges appointed by President Trump.

Trump Officials Exchange Barbs with New York Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Over Funding and Immigration

Trump Officials Exchange Barbs with New York Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Over Funding and Immigration

Trump administration officials, including Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler, engaged in a public dispute with New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Secretary Mullin criticized Mayor Mamdani for not cooperating with immigration authorities and Governor Hochul for a state law barring 287-g cooperation agreements with ICE. Mullin touted 'Operation Rotten Apple,' an enforcement action that he claimed removed over 2,100 undocumented criminals from New York streets, and threatened to send more federal agents to the city. In response, Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani accused President Trump of 'defunding the police' by withholding $87 million in federal counterterrorism funding, arguing that this impacts the NYPD, FDNY, and emergency preparedness. Separately, Administrator Loeffler criticized Mayor Mamdani's plan for city-owned grocery stores, asserting that it represents government overreach and threatens small business...

New York City Expands Universal Childcare Pilot Program Amidst Affordability Concerns

New York City Expands Universal Childcare Pilot Program Amidst Affordability Concerns

New York City is expanding its universal childcare pilot program, known as '2-Care seats,' to provide care for children aged six months to two years. This initiative, supported by state investment, has created 2,000 new childcare slots in specific high-need ZIP codes, with nearly 6,000 families applying for admission. The city plans to fund more seats and roll out this pilot program to additional counties across New York State. This expansion is part of a broader effort to address the affordability crisis, with childcare being a significant concern for many families. New York State has also fully committed to universal pre-kindergarten for all students and has guaranteed 3-K for every three-year-old in New York City. State Senator Andrew Gounardes highlighted the high demand for these services and the ongoing struggle families face in securing childcare while a full universal system is being developed.

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It's Debatable explores rise of democratic socialism in America

It's Debatable explores rise of democratic socialism in America

In this latest It's Debatable column, Rick Rosen and Charles Moster debate whether the rise of democratic socialism is beneficial for America.