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A murder that reflects a nation’s frustration. The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is sparking a complex conversation about health care, power, and the lengths people will go when they feel powerless. Read the full article by

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Thanksgiving is both a celebration and a solemn reminder. While many enjoy food and family, it’s also a National Day of Mourning for Indigenous peoples, marking a history of genocide, displacement, and broken promises. Reflect, recognize, and work toward justice. Sign up for our monthly newsletter to read more for free. This newsletter was written by

With fossil fuel lobbyists outnumbering most national delegations and climate denialists gaining access at COP29, is this a climate summit or a lobbyist convention? Sign up for our newsletter to get the full story.

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Trump’s GOP to the world at COP29: We’re prioritizing ‘energy dominance’ over climate aid. Could U.S. climate commitments unravel under unified GOP leadership? examines the stakes.

While Trump’s victory has left climate advocates feeling uneasy, there’s hope in state-level victories for climate policy. States are stepping up where federal support may lag. Read the full article and more by now on OptOut.

As election season ramps up, newsrooms must brace for a ‘Category 5’ disinformation storm. Real-time fact-checking of false narratives could be crucial to protect democracy.
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Check out this week’s picks:

📰 “Poll of Latino voters finds growing support for Harris; Trump tours N.C. storm damage,” by .news
📰 “Reforms at the U.S. Supreme Court: Where do Harris and Trump stand?,” by Minnesota Reformer ( on X)
📰 “1 million+ patients lose coverage as insurers, hospitals drop Medicare Advantage,” by Alabama Reflector ( on X)
📰 “Meta’s Israel Policy Chief Tried to Suppress Pro-Palestinian Instagram Posts,” by
🎧 “What’s at stake for Native American voters in the upcoming election?” by

As Musk’s political influence grows, so do concerns about legality. Could his recent actions lead to serious legal consequences. Read the full article by now on OptOut news.

Hotter oceans, stronger hurricanes, more flooding—Florida’s climate crisis is here. But instead of addressing it, leaders are stuck in denial. Read the full article by on OptOut now.