UMD professors push for passage, expansion of Build Back Better Act in Congress
Professors want to see more provisions added to the bill, especially when it comes to giving faculty more of a say in hiring their colleagues.
Democrats’ electoral future depends on the outcome of the reconciliation bill
If Democrats can’t pass the reconciliation bill, they could be in trouble.
Businesses have a societal obligation to require their employees to get vaccinated
Americans bailed businesses out during the pandemic. It’s time they return the favor.
Before booster shots, the US must prioritize global vaccine distribution
The vaccinated have solid protection from COVID-19. It’s time we focus on the less privileged.
The fight for civil rights can’t end with Juneteenth
Establishing Juneteenth can’t distract from Congress’ important civil rights obligations.
UMD health equity center to be part of White House COVID-19 vaccine initiative
The Black Coalition Against COVID and SheaMoisture are also collaborating on the project.
By not reforming our immigration system, Biden shows no regard for immigrants’ humanity
Everyone focused on Trump’s anti-immigrant policies, but Biden hasn’t been much better.
Biden’s White House’s marijuana use policy is regressive and inconsistent
The White House shouldn’t punish past offenders for use in states where it was already legalized.
Congressional Democrats must pass DC statehood now
The fight for voting rights and civil rights is incomplete until D.C. gains full representation.
UMD community members say Biden’s LGBTQ protections aren’t enough
There's work to be done at federal and university levels, some say.