Police aren't the best option for handling mental health crises. Here's what we can try instead

Though the phrasing of “defund the police” has proven to be more than a little divisive among Democrats and progressives, many of us do agree with core sentiments in the movement. Even simply …

Millions of Americans go hungry while corporations choose to waste food rather than risk profit

by Kinko Kiema

This story was originally published at Prism.

More than 38 million people experience hunger or food insecurity in the U.S., yet one-third of all food produced for consumption goes to …

California resort turns into long-term housing option for unhoused veterans and families

When it comes to supporting our unhoused neighbors, people can turn a cold shoulder very, very quickly. No matter the reason (or, most likely, reasons) someone is experiencing homelessness, they …

South Bronx native a Thanksgiving Day saint for over four decades to hundreds in need

Marty Rogers is nothing less than the South Bronx’s Thanksgiving Day saint. For more than four decades, Rogers, 66, has served turkey, stuffing, and pie to those in need—never missing a one. 

Rogers’ …

Service dog for veteran with PTSD killed after police arrest unhoused man on panhandling charges

No matter what topic we cover, it’s always important to remember those of us who live with multiple marginalizations and thus may face unique barriers or obstacles in both the short and long term. …

While imperfect, U.S. census data shines important light on plight of LGBTQ folks during pandemic

While the novel coronavirus has undoubtedly impacted everyone’s life in one way or another, it’s fair to say that people who were already vulnerable or lived with marginalized identities have likely …

With evictions looming across the U.S., unhoused teens use social media to share resources

by Pamela Appea

This story was originally published at Prism.

In just a few short weeks, hundreds of thousands of renters across the country could find themselves facing eviction when the Centers for …

Rep. Cori Bush slept outside so more of the American public wouldn't have to

Rep. Cori Bush, a progressive representing the state of Missouri, slept on the steps of the U.S. Capitol starting on Friday to bring attention to the faded moratorium on evictions during the ongoing …