Politics
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The Future of Afghan Women and Girls Depends on What We Do Next
Between the U.S. occupation and the Taliban, supporting resettlement for Afghan women and vulnerable individuals is long overdue.
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How to Help Afghanistan Refugees and Those Who Need Aid
With the situation rapidly evolving, organizations are desperate for help.
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Leather Jackets, Packed Lunches, and More Details on How the Obamas Are Making the Most of Post-Presidency Life
The former president still isn't allowed to drive.
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Andrew Cuomo Has Resigned as New York Governor
A report had found Cuomo "engaged in conduct constituting sexual harassment under federal and New York State law."
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What Does "ROC" Mean at the Tokyo Olympics?
It's a temporary workaround in the aftermath of Russia's massive doping scandal.
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The Anti-Choice Movement’s Aims Are Out in the Open: End Roe, Rip Away Reproductive Freedom
Today, 228 U.S. senators and representatives explicitly asked the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade.
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Who Is Gwen Berry, the Athlete, Activist, and Olympian?
"I’m extremely American because I’ll fight for people here, because we’ve endured it here..."
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It’s Time to Give Domestic Workers the Protections They Deserve
The National Domestic Workers Bill of Rights, reintroduced today, would establish a new set of standards for the people who work in our homes and take a vital step towards racial and gender equity.
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Kristin Urquiza Wants Justice for COVID-19 Victims
Urquiza's nonprofit, Marked By COVID, continues to demand answers and challenge our country's response to grief.
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The Biden Administration Announced It Will Remove the Hyde Amendment
The pledge was just one of many gender equity commitments made by the administration, including the creation of the first U.S. National Action Plan on Gender-Based Violence.
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This Juneteenth, Black Liberation Requires Action
Boston mayoral candidate Andrea Campbell lost her twin brother to death in prison. This year, on Juneteenth, she's reflecting on the racist systems that resulted in their two very different life stories.
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Kathryn Garcia Has Spent Her Career Cleaning Up Powerful Men's Messes
The former department of sanitation commissioner has jockeyed her way to the front of a very crowded, very loud, very sexist NYC mayoral field. Will she make history?
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Saturday's London Terror Attack Claims 7 Lives
Police are treating the incident as an act of terrorism.
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Trolls Thought I Was Anthony Weiner’s Cyber Mistress
Ten years later, I realize I shouldn’t have been ashamed.
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A High School Valedictorian Used Her Graduation Speech to Call Out Texas's Abortion Bans
"I am terrified that if my contraceptives fail, I am terrified if I am raped, that my hopes and dreams and aspirations and efforts for my future will no longer matter..."
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Standing Between Care and Violence
Abortion-clinic escorts and defenders serve as human shields protecting patients from angry, aggressive protestors. Now, with emboldened extremists and the COVID crisis, they face more danger than ever before.
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Tulsa Massacre Survivor Lessie Benningfield Randle Reflects on the Horror and Looks Forward
The 106-year-old woman is seeking reparations for the 1921 tragedy.
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Texas's "Trigger Ban" on Abortion: What to Know
The new ban would criminalize abortion in the state, should Roe v. Wade fall.
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One Year Later, We Must Remember George Floyd's Legacy
Virginia gubernatorial candidate Jennifer Carroll Foy has experienced America's two-tiered system firsthand. Here, what she believes is needed in the continuing fight for racial justice.
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What Is Joe Biden's Net Worth?
At one point, he was known as the "poorest man in Congress."
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Who Is Naomi Biden, Joe Biden's Granddaughter?
She went on several trips with her grandfather when he was vice president.
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Rep. Katie Porter Used Her Whiteboard to Destroy a Big Pharma Exec
"Ooh BURN."
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Queen's Cousin, Prince Michael of Kent, Accused of Selling Access to Russian President Vladimir Putin
According to an investigative report from the Sunday Times, Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, Michael of Kent, allegedly tried to sell access to Vladimir Putin.
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Does Your State Have a Tampon Tax?
It's time to eliminate it once and for all.
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How to Financially Support Black Lives Matter If You Can't Donate Money
From watching videos to using points, there's still a lot you can do.
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month With Gold House's 2021 A100 List
Vice President Kamala Harris, Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao, Naomi Osaka, and Saweetie are just a few of the leaders uplifting the AAPI community this year. Here's how to show your support.
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Ranked-Choice Voting: Everything You Need to Know
The voting process was used in the NYC primaries last June and is slowly being implemented across the U.S.
