A Florida jury could not reach a verdict on the most serious charge facing Michael Dunn, a first degree murder charge for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Jordan Davis.
Planned Parenthood Kicks off ‘National Condom Week’ to Promote Safe Sex
The group’s efforts to encourage Americans to make healthy sexual choices haven’t been without some controversy.
How Poorly Regulated Drugs Could be Leading to Cruel and Unusual Executions
During recent executions, inmates were observed to gasp, convulse, and turn purple over periods much longer than the typical lethal injection. All of these executions used drugs made by pharmacies not regulated by the FDA.
Tea Party Senators Introduce ‘You’re Not Married Anymore’ Bill to Nullify Same-Sex Marriages
Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee believe same-sex marriages should disappear as couples cross state borders.
Washington Governor Suspends Death Penalty, Citing ‘Too Many Flaws In The System’
Governor Jay Inslee said, “In death penalty cases, I’m not convinced equal justice is being served.”
Federal Judge: Kentucky Must Recognize Same-Sex Marriages from Other States
A federal judge has ruled that Kentucky must recognize same-sex marriages legally performed in other states or jurisdictions.
The Best and Worst Reactions to Michael Sam’s Coming Out
— This post originally appeared at ThinkProgress By Travis Waldron Michael Sam, the University of Missouri defensive end who is projected to be taken on the second day of this year’s NFL Draft, came out as gay in an interview with ESPN and the New York Times on Sunday, a decision that could make him…
NRA Lobbies to Expand Florida’s ‘Stand Your Ground’ Law, as Shooter Stands Trial for Killing Jordan Davis
Wednesday morning, the lawyer for Michael Dunn starts the first full day of his defense in the murder trial for his fatal shooting of 17-year-old Jordan Davis, in what is likely the most prominent Florida Stand Your Ground case since Trayvon Martin.
MAP: How Cold Does it Need to Get Before Your City Opens Winter Shelters for the Homeless?
Winter cold snaps—an inconvenience for most—are an existential threat to people with no shelter.
United Nations Condemns Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has condemned Russia’s anti-gay laws, as has the U.N. Committee on the Rights of the Child.
Ohio Supreme Court Tells Judges to Stop Reviving Debtors’ Prisons
After findings that Ohio judges were illegally jailing the poor, the state’s high court is sending its judges a message.
How Private Companies are Profiting from Threats to Jail the Poor
Human Rights Watch finds that these firms are subject to scant monitoring by local governments and courts, free to impose fees and fines in amounts that are not regulated by any government entity.
At Least 26 Children or Teens Died in Florida Stand Your Ground Cases
Trayvon Martin, who would have turned 19 on Wednesday, is one of the 26 young people killed.
The Epic Battle to Save the Most Offensive Team Name in Professional Sports
Before you decide whether the Washington Redskins should change their name, you need to understand the history.
New App Allows You to Call Out Sexist Ads During the Super Bowl
Fed up with the sexist ads that feature during the biggest TV event of the year? There’s an app for that.
The Best Ad You’ll See This Super Bowl Weekend
The National Congress of American Indians drops a powerful spot about what the Washington football team is erasing by sticking with the name “Redskins.”