Robert Reich / SubstackNov 5, 2025
A great day at the polls lights a path forward for Democrats and away from a world of Gatsby-themed billionaires’ balls. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
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The USDA has refused to release contingency funds, and Congress remains gridlocked — but there are still paths to keeping the nutrition assistance program alive. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
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Shauneen Miranda Ariana Figueroa / States NewsroomOct 27, 2025
The position is a reversal from the department’s earlier stance, which pledged to use contingency funds to cover the program short term. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Conor Lynch / TruthdigJul 24, 2025
The GOP defends its cruel budget bill with ancient tropes about the industrious rich and “undeserving” poor. It’s time to reverse the script. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
Ayurella Horn-Muller / GristJul 15, 2025
The July 4 flooding has become the first major disaster to expose the grave effects of Trump’s new food and hunger policies. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Amanda Becker / The 19thJul 9, 2025
The new law extends tax breaks for the wealthy while threatening health care, nutrition and safety nets for millions. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Kalyn Belsha / ChalkbeatJul 7, 2025
It slashes spending on Medicaid, which provides health insurance to 37 million children and is a critical revenue source for schools. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Ayurella Horn-Muller / GristJun 2, 2025
The drastic policy shifts will make it harder on those who grow food — and on those struggling to afford to eat. Dig deeper ( 9 Min. Read )
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