By Deborah Meier
Only when children grow up in the company of respected and respectful adults who have the power to protect and educate them, will we realize what democracy makes possible.
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By Jay Michaelson
It’s looking like 2013 will be the year of same-sex marriage. But LGBT activists know there’s still a fight to end discrimination and bullying.
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By Alan van Capelle
The president should take the case for a higher minimum wage directly to the American people, just as he successfully argued that the very rich should pay more in taxes.
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By Timi Gerson
Our one-size-fits-all food aid model wastes more than half of each aid dollar spent, subsidizing corporations instead of supporting local food production abroad.
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By Sammie Moshenberg
President Obama has said he will push for common sense gun laws. It’s time to back up that proclamation with strong and decisive action.
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By Jill Jacobs
Priorities for wiping out slavery in the U.S. for good? Pass critical protections and services to victims of human trafficking.
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By J.J. Goldberg
What should President Obama do about climate change? For starters, we need a Manhattan Project for alternative, non-carbon energy sources.
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