If You Believe in Democracy, Prove It
Local governments often avoid democratic constraint by soliciting public input and hosting workshops, but ultimately voting the way they intended to all along, which is not true democracy.
Court Watch: CHP Officer Accused of Abusing Power as Victim Seeks Justice
A California Highway Patrol officer accused of abusing power appeared in court this week, with the defense seeking to seal sensitive records and obtain mental health assistance, while the prosecution argued that the public has a right to know about the accused’s conduct.
Op-Ed | What Prison Abolition Is—and Why ‘Forks and Dorms’ Matter
Prison abolitionists argue that the U.S. prison system is ineffective and that alternatives such as restorative justice and community-based systems of care can better address root causes of crime and promote healing and accountability.
Wisconsin Moves to Dismiss Felonies, Trial against Activists – 2 from SF Area – for Rescuing Beagles in Distress
By The Vanguard Staff MADISON, WI – A trial due to begin this month that could have…
Florida Governor Suspends Another State Prosecutor – Who Just Happens to be a Democrat
By The Vanguard TALLAHASEE, FL – Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis has suspended yet another state prosecutor…
Militarization of Police: What’s the Harm?
COMMENTARY: The most frequently identified defense of the MRAP (mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle) has been that, while…