Chris Roa
@chrisroa.bsky.social
Progress is often slow and painful, but it happens when dedicated groups of people tirelessly organize and fight to enact change.
On November 10, 1969, the beloved children's television program Sesame Street premiered.
In May 1970, a state commission in Mississippi voted to ban Sesame Street because of its highly integrated cast.
In May 1970, a state commission in Mississippi voted to ban Sesame Street because of its highly integrated cast.
November 10, 2025 at 6:35 PM
On November 10, 1969, the beloved children's television program Sesame Street premiered.
In May 1970, a state commission in Mississippi voted to ban Sesame Street because of its highly integrated cast.
In May 1970, a state commission in Mississippi voted to ban Sesame Street because of its highly integrated cast.
November 10, 1898
A mob of more than one thousand white men overthrows the elected biracial local government in Wilmington, North Carolina, in the only successful coup in American history. Organized by white supremacist politicians virulently opposed to the prospect of elected Black city officials.
A mob of more than one thousand white men overthrows the elected biracial local government in Wilmington, North Carolina, in the only successful coup in American history. Organized by white supremacist politicians virulently opposed to the prospect of elected Black city officials.
November 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
November 10, 1898
A mob of more than one thousand white men overthrows the elected biracial local government in Wilmington, North Carolina, in the only successful coup in American history. Organized by white supremacist politicians virulently opposed to the prospect of elected Black city officials.
A mob of more than one thousand white men overthrows the elected biracial local government in Wilmington, North Carolina, in the only successful coup in American history. Organized by white supremacist politicians virulently opposed to the prospect of elected Black city officials.
The Trump administration late Saturday directed states that they must "immediately undo" any actions they have made to provide benefits to low-income families via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
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Trump admin tells states to 'immediately undo' steps to fund November SNAP benefits
The Trump administration late Saturday directed states that they must "immediately undo" any actions they have made to provide benefits to low-income families via SNAP.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The Trump administration late Saturday directed states that they must "immediately undo" any actions they have made to provide benefits to low-income families via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
Many would-be buyers are frozen out of the housing market www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
Many would-be buyers are frozen out of the housing market
Only about one in five homes sold in the last year went to a first-time buyer. And the average person buying their first home was 40 years old — a record high. A new report from the National Associat...
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November 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Many would-be buyers are frozen out of the housing market www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
An American president was ordered to feed Americans.
He's fighting it.
He's fighting it.
November 8, 2025 at 12:52 AM
An American president was ordered to feed Americans.
He's fighting it.
He's fighting it.
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
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The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:55 PM
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
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It’s month 10 of Donald Trump’s second term, and job cuts are up 175 percent from October of last year.
This was the worst October since 2003.
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This was the worst October since 2003.
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Trump’s Economy Breaks New Record With Surge in Layoffs
Donald Trump’s economy is in full swing.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:48 PM
It’s month 10 of Donald Trump’s second term, and job cuts are up 175 percent from October of last year.
This was the worst October since 2003.
newrepublic.com/post/202782/...
This was the worst October since 2003.
newrepublic.com/post/202782/...
Eighty percent of voters ages 18-29 voted yes on Proposition 50.
November 7, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Eighty percent of voters ages 18-29 voted yes on Proposition 50.
The Fight To Unionize Starbucks by the Numbers www.americanprogress.org/article/the-...
The Fight To Unionize Starbucks by the Numbers
Thousands of unionized Starbucks workers across the country are ramping up pressure on the corporation to finalize a first contract that could boost take home pay, hours, benefits, and working conditi...
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November 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
The Fight To Unionize Starbucks by the Numbers www.americanprogress.org/article/the-...
As the U.S. government shutdown enters a record 36th day, air traffic controllers, who are required to work without pay, are feeling the squeeze. Air traffic controllers warn of ‘tipping point’ during shutdown www.npr.org/2025/11/05/n...
Air traffic controllers warn of 'tipping point' as U.S. government shutdown drags on
The government shutdown is taking a growing toll on air traffic controllers who are working without pay. Staffing shortages led to big delays over the weekend, raising concerns about travel chaos.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:33 PM
As the U.S. government shutdown enters a record 36th day, air traffic controllers, who are required to work without pay, are feeling the squeeze. Air traffic controllers warn of ‘tipping point’ during shutdown www.npr.org/2025/11/05/n...
California voters allow Democrats to redraw congressional map www.npr.org/2025/11/04/n...
California voters OK new congressional lines, boosting Democrats ahead of midterms
California voters have approved a ballot measure to redraw the state's congressional map to favor Democrats, marking the party's biggest victory to date in a national battle over redistricting ahead o...
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November 5, 2025 at 4:07 AM
California voters allow Democrats to redraw congressional map www.npr.org/2025/11/04/n...
How one tech startup is giving cash to SNAP recipients www.npr.org/2025/11/04/n...
How one tech startup is giving cash to SNAP recipients
Propel makes a free app for people on food stamps. Now it's giving some of them $50 each, as some private companies, nonprofits, and individuals scramble to help.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:27 AM
How one tech startup is giving cash to SNAP recipients www.npr.org/2025/11/04/n...
Republicans have failed us, our families and friends. Let's prove our generation's political power by voting for change. Building a solid bloc of voters is a real way we can steer America in a new direction. Grab your friends and head to the polls to vote for Democrats. YES on Prop 50.
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I Will Vote
Be a voter. Find everything you need to vote in your state’s next election.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Republicans have failed us, our families and friends. Let's prove our generation's political power by voting for change. Building a solid bloc of voters is a real way we can steer America in a new direction. Grab your friends and head to the polls to vote for Democrats. YES on Prop 50.
iwillvote.com
iwillvote.com
On November 3, 1868, John Willis Menard became the first Black man elected to Congress, but he was never seated. Lawmakers claimed it was "too early" to admit a Black member.
U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet.
U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet.
November 4, 2025 at 12:24 AM
On November 3, 1868, John Willis Menard became the first Black man elected to Congress, but he was never seated. Lawmakers claimed it was "too early" to admit a Black member.
U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet.
U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet.
Republicans appear determined to destroy the Affordable Care Act, but what will go in its place? It's a question the party has struggled to answer since the ACA passed.
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Republicans Claim They Have a Healthcare Plan. But They Won't Tell You What's in It
House Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to share the details of the Republican healthcare plan, even with members of his own party.
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November 3, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Republicans appear determined to destroy the Affordable Care Act, but what will go in its place? It's a question the party has struggled to answer since the ACA passed.
www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
Donald Trump blasted for throwing a tone deaf “Great Gatsby” party as SNAP benefits run out for millions of impoverished Americans.
November 1, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Donald Trump blasted for throwing a tone deaf “Great Gatsby” party as SNAP benefits run out for millions of impoverished Americans.