Editor: Secession of the Plebeians. Was it a real thing? Yes, the secession of the plebeians (secessio plebis) was a real historical phenomenon in the early Roman Republic. [1, 2] Between the 5th and 3rd centuries BCE, Rome’s common citizens (plebeians) staged multiple mass walkouts to protest severe economic inequality,… Continue reading
A screenshot of Google Maps taken in the US on August 30, 2026 shows “Lake Ontario” renamed “Lake America.” (Photo by Google Maps/ Screengrab) The name change followed President Donald Trump’s executive order and “served as a reminder that billionaires will always side with authoritarians, because authoritarians will always protect… Continue reading
By Adrienne Fong Not back posting on a regular basis. RESOURCES: UPDATES WITH BAY RESISTANCE and get plugged to actions you can support, text “Resist” to 888-850-0928 GI HOTLINE (877) 477-4497 Center On Conscience and War: 800-379-2679 (toll free) In Washington DC – Share these numbers to people who know active duty service members… Continue reading
The Big Tech slate won control of the DCCC. Now they’re using it for their agenda. It’s a total embarrassment By Tim Redmond August 27, 2026 (48hills.org) I’m not sure how much it helps the campaign of Manny Yekutiel for supervisor to get the endorsement of the local Democratic Party… Continue reading
August 28, 2026 (Prospect.org) KUTTNER ON TAP We can expect the courts to foil Trump’s scheme to have the Postal Service block mail ballots—but it will be a close call. In the latest twist in the saga of President Trump’s efforts to get the U.S. Postal Service to restrict or… Continue reading
The Real News Network Aug 28, 2026 SÃO BERNARDO DO CAMPO President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva launched his campaign for a fourth and final term before thousands of supporters in São Bernardo do Campo, promising to keep fighting poverty and investing in Brazil’s future. His challenger: Senator Flavio Bolsonaro,… Continue reading
Robert Reich and Inequality Media Premiered Aug 25, 2026 Private utility companies like PG&E, Duke, and Exelon control electricity for nearly 70% of Americans — and they’re using that monopoly power to drive up your bills while pocketing record profits. It doesn’t have to be this way. Watch. Find an active… Continue reading
March on Washington 2026 final update: livestream details, arrival times, transportation, what to bring, and how to find People Power United. Laurie Woodward Garcia and People Power United Aug 27, 2026 March on Washington 2026: Defend the Vote. Tomorrow is the day. Whether you are joining us in Washington, D.C., or watching… Continue reading
