Robert Reich theorizes that Manchin and Sinema are drunk with the feeling of importance that they get from being able to block whatever Biden tries to do.

The US is not doing as much for climate defense as most European countries, and it's too little, too late — but at least it's a start.

Despite the increased fighting spirit of US unions, the fraction of workers that belong to unions fell substantially in 2021.

*Amid 'Slow-Motion Coup,' Manchin and Sinema Help GOP Sink Voting Rights.*

Papua New Guinea has abolished the death penalty.