Southern Progressives

Moving to the left one post at a time

January 29, 2024

National News

Republican legislatures in some states are trying to keep abortion off the ballot

Democrats and abortion rights advocates say the efforts are evidence that Republican lawmakers and abortion opponents are trying to undercut democratic processes.

apnews.com/article/abortion-ballot-initiatives-voters-democracy-2024-602ebb8a74d7ae45163d79c065a23ef0?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share

Document spells out allegations against 12 UN employees Israel says participated in Hamas attack

The allegations against staffers with the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees prompted Western countries to freeze funds vital for the body, which is a lifeline for desperate Palestinians in Gaza.

apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-01-29-2024-4c49c2fb89c3bfd4963f2260b34943c1?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share

Courage in a Time of Conflict

E. Jean Carroll refused to remain silent and stood up to Trump, providing a lesson in bravery despite the dangers

open.substack.com/pub/america/p/courage-in-a-time-of-conflict?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

State News:

Democrats call for removal of education commissioner – Tennessee Lookout

Tennessee House Democrats urge Gov. Bill Lee to oust Education Commissioner Lizzette Gonzalez Reynolds, saying she is unqualified for the post.

tennesseelookout.com/briefs/democrats-call-for-removal-of-education-commissioner

Local News and Arts:

Lawsuit: Charleston chemical plant knowingly exposed workers to high mercury levels | WTVC

A chemical plant in Charleston, Tennessee knowingly exposed more than a hundred workers and their family members to hazardous levels of mercury, a 'mass tort' l

newschannel9.com/news/local/mass-tort-lawsuit-filed-in-chattanooga-against-charleston-chemical-plant-tennessee-mercury-contamination-olin-chlor-alkali-bradley-county

Political Cartoon: