When you think of poverty, chances are suburban communities with white picket fences and well-kept lawns don’t come to mind. The truth is that suburbia is home to the fastest-growing poor population in the country. One of the main problems … read post
Pew Research recently released a poll on the rise of mothers as chief breadwinners in American families. More women are successfully balancing working, being married and having children. This shift reflects a changing dynamic in families — but has society … read post
Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a nonprofit organization that brings mothers together to fight for common-sense gun laws, recently announced its new campaign to support corporations that have “gun sense” and put pressure on those that don’t. Shannon Watts, founder of Moms … read post
Over the past few months, employees of fast-food restaurants in several states have been voicing their need for higher wages. Josh Eidelson, contributor to The Nation, joins us in “The War Room” to explain how these non-unionized workers were able to … read post
We have grown accustomed to hearing about violence between Palestine and Israel, but we rarely hear about the practice of nonviolence. Is nonviolence just not used in the Middle East? In fact, Palestine is practicing nonviolence in its relations with … read post
Here’s a breakdown of legislation that could help bring justice for those who risk their lives to protect our freedoms. read post
Learn more about pending gun legislation and campus policies that have a direct impact on young people and their families. read post
Should the death penalty be repealed in more states or does Florida have it right? Join the conversation! read post
Here are three more things you need to know about the BRCA gene mutation, provided by Pink Lotus Breast Center, where Angelina Jolie is receiving treatment. read post
There aren’t many better ways to share our grief and small victories than with animated GIFs. Enjoy! read post
