We are living in an age of American gerontocracy. With an average age of 58.9 years as of the start of the session last year, this Congress is the third-oldest in United States history. Twenty four members of Congress — more than half of whom are running for reelection in 2026 — are 80 or […]
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Farmworkers: Victims of COVID-19 and Climate Change
Farmworkers are a crucial sector of the labor force who often go without praise. Despite the harsh working conditions, low wages and the increasing threat of climate change, farmworkers are putting their lives even more at risk during the global pandemic. Farmworkers serve an essential purpose in our society as the backbone of our food […]