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WATCH: Pennsylvania state lawmaker explains how local politics plays large role in education reform

FEATURED | ACADEMIA • OPINION/ANALYSIS • POLITICS OPINION/ANALYSIS The College Fix’s Simon Olech sits down with teacher and incumbent Pennsylvania state Rep. Roman Kozak to discuss what state level politics is like, how they impact education, and …

Source: The College Fix - Right-wing
Published on Oct 1, 2026

SCOTUS ruling lets Trump resume violating the human rights of noncitizens

Listen to article • 0:00 min Just when you are tempted to assign sole blame for our growing reputation as human rights abusers to President Donald Trump and his misbegotten administration, up steps the Supreme Court of the United States. In an emergency …

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Pennsylvania - Center-left
Published on 12:54 GMT

Prophet of Peace

Cortright as the poster boy of GI protest, unaware at the time of photographer Richard Avedon’s acclaim or the icon his image would become; David Cortright in ‘Who Has a Better Right to Oppose the War?’ 1969 / Photograph by Richard Avedon / © The …

Source: Notre Dame Magazine - Indiana - Pending
Published on Oct 2, 2026

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Demand Rep. Aaron Bernstine Resign After Reported Anti-Gay, Racist Tirade

Calls are growing for Western Pennsylvania state Rep. Aaron Bernstine to resign after PennLive reported that the Republican lawmaker directed racist and homophobic slurs at fellow state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and falsely claimed the openly gay Black …

Source: QBurgh - Pennsylvania - Left-wing
Published on Oct 1, 2026

‘Unfit to serve’: Pennsylvania GOP lawmaker faces resignation calls over antigay tirade about colleague

Witnesses say a Pennsylvania legislator used a homophobic slur to describe Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta during a public tirade, then falsely claimed the out lawmaker had AIDS. Republican state Rep. Aaron Bernstine allegedly made the anti-LGBTQ+ remarks Tuesday at …

Source: The Advocate - California - Left-wing
Published on Oct 4, 2026

Buttigieg goes big to help 2026 Dems

Presented by With help from Eli Okun, Ali Bianco and Irie Sentner Good Sunday morning. It’s Adam Wren. Sen. Tom Cotton’s (R-Ark.) cellphone number is already a joke on the campaign trail. “We demand lower prices,” Pete Buttigieg said in Concord last night …

Source: Politico - Neutral
Published on Oct 4, 2026

Senate Blocks Report on Nine Americans Killed in the West Bank

The U.S. Senate blocked a measure Sept. 29 that would have required the State Department to account for the deaths of nine Americans in the West Bank. The 47-51 procedural vote stopped a resolution seeking information about killings attributed to Israeli …

Source: Military.com - Pending
Published on Sep 21, 2026

Human Rights Watch interviewed 44 deported Haitians. Some said they had pending asylum claims

Human Rights Watch reported Monday that the Trump administration has since late July deported hundreds of Haitians — some with pending asylum claims — with little or no support in a country wracked by violence and and an unstable government. “The United …

Source: WLRN - Florida - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 2, 2026

Lawyer says religious freedoms 'under attack' after Amish man sentenced for puppy deaths

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A human rights lawyer is calling for more education efforts after an Amish man was sentenced to seven years of probation for killing four puppies. John Stoltzfus Jr. pleaded guilty Sept. 24 to killing the dogs in October of …

Source: CBS 21 - Pennsylvania - Center-right
Published on Sep 17, 2026

Two USA Bodies held a Hearing on Human Rights in China Ahead of Xi’s Visit to Washington

The testimony featured a panel of witnesses, including Tahir Imin, Founder and Director, Uyghur Post, Palden Gyal, President, International Tibet Media Organization, Yaqiu Wang, Fellow at the Penn Project on the Future of U.S.-China Relations at the …

Source: The Tibet Post International - Pending
Published on Oct 3, 2026

Calls grow for Pa. Republican Bernstine to resign after allegation of homophobic slurs

A leader in the Democratic National Committee, state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, is calling on Western Pennsylvania House member Aaron Bernstine to step down in the wake of a news report that Bernstine referred to Kenyatta with homophobic slurs during an …

Source: WESA - Pennsylvania - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 3, 2026

How a botched Tennessee execution could affect death penalty cases

The botched execution of Christa Gail Pike in Tennessee on Wednesday is ratcheting up scrutiny of lethal injections in death penalty cases. Tennessee corrections officials gave Pike, 50, two doses of pentobarbital, a barbiturate and central nervous system …

Source: Price County Review - Wisconsin - Pending
Published on Sep 21, 2026

Penn State law school defends mandatory ‘antiracism’ class

School says law ‘students are encouraged to explore and challenge differing perspectives’ Penn State Dickinson Law defended a mandatory first-year class about “antiracism” recently after at least two students accused the school of political indoctrination …

Source: The College Fix - Right-wing
Published on Oct 2, 2026

Senate Republicans kill bid to investigate deaths of American citizens in the West Bank, protecting military aid from ...

Senate Republicans blocked a measure on September 29, 2026, that would have required the administration of President Donald Trump to report on human rights violations in the occupied West Bank. This vote effectively protects military aid to Israel from …

Source: The Mary Sue - Center-left
Published on Oct 3, 2026

Springsteen, other stars share stage with hardcore leftist groups at music fest

Comedian Mick Thomas joins "Fox News Saturday Night With Jimmy Failla" to discuss Bruce Springsteen saying that his new tour is going to be political. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As rapper Macklemore draws controversy for his …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Sep 11, 2026

The Best Law Schools For Human Rights Law (2026)

At a time when hard-won discrimination protections in the U.S. are being steadily eroded, we’ve never needed the passion and commitment of young lawyers aspiring to build careers in human rights more than we do today. The National Jurist’s preLaw magazine …

Source: Above the Law - Neutral
Published on Oct 3, 2026

DHS exposes dilemma behind SCOTUS deportation fight: ‘We have two choices’

DHS General Counsel James Percival tells Fox News Digital why third-country deportations can prevent some criminal migrants from being released back into U.S. communities as the policy faces a Supreme Court fight. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Oct 2, 2026

Botched execution of Christa Pike spotlights lethal injections, death penalty

The botched execution of Christa Gail Pike in Tennessee on Wednesday is ratcheting up scrutiny of lethal injections in death penalty cases. Tennessee corrections officials gave Pike, 50, two doses of pentobarbital, a barbiturate and central nervous system …

Source: Athens Messenger - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Oct 3, 2026

IN BRIEF Anti-trans Democrat, Renee Good, Mamdani and Jetten meet, Australia’s act, Indian film ‘Dorothy,’ ‘Rocky Horror’...

Warning: This column mentions violent activities. NATIONAL The U.S. Education Department formally revoked the Biden-era Title IX guidelines that gave sex-based discrimination protections to LGBTQ+ students, The Hill reported. Schools now must revert to …

Source: Windy City Times - Illinois - Left-wing

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Westchester County Human Rights Commission Shares Important Anti-Discrimination and Immigration-Related Resources to ...

Published: 05 October 2026 In response to growing community concerns regarding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)-related interactions, the Westchester County Human Rights Commission is offering a comprehensive set of general resources and best …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 20:30 GMT

Citizens Commission on Human Rights International: Mental Health Awareness Week Is Not Awareness When Forced Treatment ...

Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) said Mental Health Awareness Week (October 4–10) will again spotlight “awareness” while leaving intact the system of involuntary detention and …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 17:15 GMT

Solidarity with the Green Party and its members

PSC extends its solidarity to the Green Party of England and Wales and its members who are facing a barrage of media smears and abuse following their democratic conference decision to pass the ‘Zionism is Racism’ motion. This is not new. The Green Party …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 5, 2026 - 21:57 GMT

NUJ welcomes Met Police confirmation that journalists’ data is no longer retained

The NUJ has welcomed confirmation from the Metropolitan Police that they no longer retain data relating to the journalists at the centre of a lengthy legal challenge over the collection and use of information held on police databases. Legal background The …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 17:32 GMT

McCormick Theological Seminary Unveils Public Gateway Office, Launches New Leadership Development Institute

Introducing the Office of Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement (SPACE) and the Jeremiah A. Wright Jr. Leadership Development Institute (LDI). CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- McCormick Theological Seminary …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 18:05 GMT

SPAIN: Government suspends plans for special law to accelerate asylum procedures ― Human rights NGO accuses Spanish ...

|Published on: 2nd October 2026|Categories: News| The government has suspended a planned royal decree-law aimed at facilitating the expulsion or return of people who have remained in Ceuta two months after the mass arrival at the end of July. A human …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on October 2, 2026 - 12:53 GMT

Slovenia’s decade-long advocacy for international standards on the human rights of older persons

SLOVENIA, October 1 - This year’s International Day of Older Persons focuses on longevity and the need to adapt social systems to accommodate longer lifespans. While longevity is an important social achievement, it raises questions about how to ensure a …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 13:09 GMT

National Family and Survivors Circle Inc. Calls For Action on Human Security and The Calls for Justice

Winnipeg, MB, Oct. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People, the National Family and Survivors Circle Inc. (NFSC Inc.) honours those who have been murdered or remain …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 21:57 GMT

New York State Department of Veterans’ Services Puts Women Veterans’ Health at the Center of October 20 Virtual Program

"Her Service, Her Health" Connects Women Veterans, Service Members & Families with Information & Resources on Women’s Health from Menstruation to Menopause ALBANY, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- To …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 20:13 GMT

New GEM report finds women active in high-potential entrepreneurship — but fewer reach the established stage

GEM 2025/2026 WOMEN’S ENTREPRENEURSHIP REPORT - EMBARGOED UNTIL 8 OCTOBER 2026 UNITED KINGDOM, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research based on 150,799 adults across 48 economies shows that women are participating strongly in …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Companies ...
Published on October 5, 2026 - 18:12 GMT

Mental Health Advocate Miriam Putnam Announces Limited-Time Promotion for 'Reset & Rise' Holistic Coaching Services

The new holistic approach offers an effective, affordable alternative process to traditional care for those serious about lasting life changes LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Life-transformation specialist …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 17:43 GMT

Rhys Shaw’s Kirkyard Moon Examines What the Persecution of Scottish Witches Reveals About Women, Power and History

Author’s historical fantasy explores the lives of women across centuries and asks what happens when women are punished for refusing to remain powerless LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The persecution of women has …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 15:48 GMT

April D. Jones Begins Term as Colorado Bar Association’s First Black Woman President-Elect

Founder & CEO of Jones Law Firm will focus on making Colorado a first-choice state for lawyers, strengthening member value & preparing the profession for change DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- April D. …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 14:51 GMT

Coach Kitty Chambliss Releases Screening Guide for Consensually Non-Monogamous Clients

Research published found one in five clients in consensually non-monogamous relationships said their therapist lacked the basic knowledge to help them. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A study published in …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

From Surfer to Servant Leader: The Unlikely Journey of Water Wells for Africa (WWFA) Founder Kurt Dahlin.

WWFA Celebrates 30 Years of Service and 680 Wells Built REDONDO BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — Water Wells for Africa (WWFA) is marking 30 years of bringing clean, sustainable water to remote communities in Malawi, …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Education ...
Published on October 5, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Back to the Bench: Portland Rescue Mission's Erin Holcomb to Once Again Spend 24-Hours Listening on Burnside

Ahead of World Homeless Day, “Conversations on a Bench” seeks to spark honest conversations around the challenges and hope found on Portland’s streets PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beginning at noon on …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

K Altman Law Urges Prompt and Consistent Campus Response as Cornell Case Draws Renewed Scrutiny

Reopened prosecutorial review highlights the need for timely support, careful fact finding and discipline tied to established policy NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the Tompkins County District …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

VeraData Names Aruna Mall President of Teal Media Division

Longtime chief creative officer will take the helm as founder Jessica Teal joins the Women’s Suffrage National Monument Foundation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VeraData today announced that Aruna Mall has …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Media, Advertising & PR ...
Published on October 5, 2026 - 08:12 GMT

BLIA Brings 50,000 Members from 41 Countries Together at Taipei Dome to Mark Historic Buddhist Milestones

A global gathering celebrates the legacy of Venerable Master Hsing Yun while carrying Humanistic Buddhism forward across cultures and generations. TAIPEI, TAIWAN, TAIWAN, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Buddha’s Light International …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 05:22 GMT

Diaspora Arts Connection Marks 10 Years of Let Her Sing® as Women’s Freedom to Sing Remains Under Threat

Anniversary concerts in San Francisco and San Diego bring together six women vocalists, an international ensemble, and a film program. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diaspora Arts Connection is preparing …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 17:15 GMT

Solidarity with the Green Party and its members

PSC extends its solidarity to the Green Party of England and Wales and its members who are facing a barrage of media smears and abuse following their democratic conference decision to pass the ‘Zionism is Racism’ motion. This is not new. The Green Party …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 5, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

Z-TEXT zk-SNARKs Messenger Opens to the Public: No Phone, No SIM

Shielded messenger, wallet, password manager and Channels on the BitcoinZ blockchain. No KYC. Post-quantum handshake. Messages no one can read or erase. SHERIDAN, WY, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Z-TEXT, a privacy …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

International Unitarian Organization Launches Monthly Global Reflection with Young Unitarian Niklas Weber

Young Unitarian, Lead Rapper and Engineer from Germany HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Unitarian Universalist Worldwide Youth Network (UUWYN.org) (pronounced “you win”) announces the launch of its Monthly …

Distribution channels: Education, Environment ...
Published on October 4, 2026 - 15:09 GMT

Doral Academy of Northern Nevada Celebrates Dual Statewide Honors for Faculty and Civic Education Excellence

Doral Academy of Northern Nevada (DANN) recognized with two statewide honors that highlight excellence in history instruction and civic education. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Doral Academy of Northern Nevada ( …

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Published on October 3, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Postmortem Pathology Highlights Private Autopsy Options for Las Vegas Families During Summer Months

Independent examinations give families answers when questions remain after a loved one's death LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Summer in Southern Nevada brings its own set of hard moments, and for some families it …

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Published on October 3, 2026 - 16:43 GMT

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Invites Donors to Give a Child a Bed This DAF Day, Oct. 8

National nonprofit encourages donor-advised fund holders to put charitable dollars to work for children sleeping on the floor POCATELLO, ID, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), the national …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

Laura Harding, Esq. Appointed Commissioner, New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies

Harding is an Appointee of New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie (District 83) ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR) is pleased to announce …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 17:57 GMT

TODAY IN RICHMOND: NEARLY 300 VIRGINIA PHYSICIANS GATHER TO SUPPORT WOMEN

DOCTORS GATHER TO SUPPORT WOMEN RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Virginia physicians gathered at the Virginia General Assembly Building to rally for women’s health. They spoke about the provisions of …

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