Ellen Evert Hopman

Tell Congress: No Unconstitutional War with Iran The president’s reckless decision to bomb Iran without bothering to ask for congressional approval is a clear constitutional violation that puts us all in danger. The time to act is now.

The Constitution gives war authority power to Congress alone. Trump violated the Constitution when he announced the U.S. was going to war and launched a bombing campaign against Iran, a country with 100 million people, without ever going to Congress for authorization.
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Oman's Foreign Minister Said US-Iran Deal Was 'Within Our Reach.' Then Trump Started Bombing | Common Dreams "The Omani FM decided to go public," suggested one observer, "so that the American people knew that peace was within reach when Trump instead opted for war."

Oman's Foreign Minister Said US-Iran Deal Was 'Within Our Reach.' Then Trump Started Bombing www.commondreams.org/news/oman-fo...

'Bombs Will Be Dropping Everywhere': Trump Launches Illegal Regime Change War Against Iran | Common Dreams "The US once again used the veneer of negotiations as a cover to bomb Iran."

'Bombs Will Be Dropping Everywhere': Trump Launches Illegal Regime Change War Against Iran www.commondreams.org/news/trump-b...

Footage Contradicts DHS Claim That It Dropped Blind Rohingya Refugee at 'Safe Location' in Buffalo | Common Dreams Surveillance footage contradicts DHS claim that Border Patrol agents dropped nearly blind Rohingya refugee Nurul Shah Alam at a "safe location." He was found dead days later. Why did they leave him at...

Footage Contradicts DHS Claim That It Dropped Blind Rohingya Refugee at 'Safe Location' in Buffalo www.commondreams.org/news/buffalo...

'One Year of Failure': The Lancet Warns RFK Jr.'s Assault on Science May 'Take Generations to Repair' | Common Dreams The Lancet editorial criticizes Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for a year of broken promises and promoting junk science. US health and science at risk.

'One Year of Failure': The Lancet Warns RFK Jr.'s Assault on Science May 'Take Generations to Repair' www.commondreams.org/news/rfk-jr-...

'Batshit Authoritarianism': Trump Allies Drafting Order to Give Him 'Extraordinary Power Over Voting' | Common Dreams Pro-Trump activists draft executive order to ban mail-in ballots and voting machines for 2026 midterms, sparking concerns over election interference.

'Batshit Authoritarianism': Trump Allies Drafting Order to Give Him 'Extraordinary Power Over Voting' www.commondreams.org/news/trump-n...

Trump's Revived Anti-Worker Rules Condemned as 'Outright Grift' | Common Dreams President Trump's attacks on workers continue with the revival of two labor rules favoring corporations over workers' rights from his first term.

Trump's Revived Anti-Worker Rules Condemned as 'Outright Grift' www.commondreams.org/news/trump-l...

Trump's AI Data Center 'Ratepayer Protection Pledge' Derided as Unenforceable, 'Theatrical Stunt' | Common Dreams President Trump's "ratepayer protection pledge" is a hollow promise that does nothing to ease the burden of rising electricity costs caused by AI expansion and data center construction. Are we willing...

Trump's AI Data Center 'Ratepayer Protection Pledge' Derided as Unenforceable, 'Theatrical Stunt' www.commondreams.org/news/ai-data...

Ocean Warming Drives 'Deeply Concerning Loss of Marine Life,' Study Shows | Common Dreams "When we remove the noise of extreme short-term weather events, the data show that this warming is associated with a sustained annual decline in biomass of up to 19.8%," said the lead author of a ne...

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Seized Art, Eavesdropping Guards: Parents Describe a Clampdown at Dilley Detention Center as Kids Shared Their Stories Detainees told ProPublica that art supplies have been removed in room searches, immigrants have lost access to Gmail and staff hover within earshot during video calls.

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Colonial Waters: Study Finds Indigenous Nations Are Reshaping Global Water Governance - Indigenous Land, News, Paganism, Science, The Wild Hunt, TWH Features, Witchcraft, World Witchcraft & Pagan News - A sweeping global review finds Indigenous nations are engaging dominant water governance systems at every level—often through courts, protest, and consultation—but rarely as ...

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Praising Denver and Other Cities for Leading the Way, Sanders Renews Call for National Data Center Moratorium | Common Dreams Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, a vocal supporter of AI, joined City Council in halting construction of massive data centers. US Sen. Bernie Sanders backs the move, warning of job loss, environmental impa...

Praising Denver and Other Cities for Leading the Way, Sanders Renews Call for National Data Center Moratorium www.commondreams.org/news/denver-...

As Trump Imposes New Tariffs, State Lawmakers Demand Direct Refunds for Americans | Common Dreams President Trump faces mounting pressure to refund Americans for illegal tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court—including from state lawmakers.

As Trump Imposes New Tariffs, State Lawmakers Demand Direct Refunds for Americans www.commondreams.org/news/trump-t...

Trump’s Latest Deportation Tactic: Targeting Immigrants With Minor Family Court Cases Should a dad be deported for leaving his toddlers alone at home for a half hour 15 years ago? The Trump administration says yes in a pending court case with sweeping implications for both the immigrat...

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'Ridiculous': Pentagon Doesn't Even Know What to Do With Extra $500 Billion Trump Wants to Spend | Common Dreams "Not another cent for private defense contractors and forever wars," wrote Rep. Pramila Jayapal.

'Ridiculous': Pentagon Doesn't Even Know What to Do With Extra $500 Billion Trump Wants to Spend www.commondreams.org/news/trump-p...

‘He Will Try Anything’: Democratic AGs Preparing for Trump to Send Military to Polls, Seize Ballots | Common Dreams Democratic state attorneys general are preparing for Trump's potential interference in the 2026 midterm elections. AGs are ready to counter extreme scenarios.

‘He Will Try Anything’: Democratic AGs Preparing for Trump to Send Military to Polls, Seize Ballots www.commondreams.org/news/trump-m...

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helps the reader understand Gaelic culture circa 3rd century CE will also help with an understanding of different druidic principles. you see the concepts and practices in action. Very reminiscent of the old mythologies. – Morgan Daimler #booksky #author /|\
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After Promising to 'Make America Healthy Again,' Trump Mandates Production of Cancer-Causing Glyphosate | Common Dreams President Trump's executive order mandating the production of glyphosate, a known carcinogen, has left many outraged. How can we prioritize defense readiness over public health?

After Promising to 'Make America Healthy Again,' Trump Mandates Production of Cancer-Causing Glyphosate www.commondreams.org/news/trump-g...

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs, But Damage From 'Unhinged Economic Sabotage' Remains | Common Dreams "The economic damage Trump has already done to business investment, manufacturing, and working families’ budgets will linger for years to come."

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs, But Damage From 'Unhinged Economic Sabotage' Remains www.commondreams.org/news/supreme...

"This narrative is a beautiful glance back at pagan culture, Druidic practices and rituals, and daily Celtic life."―Historical Novels Review (pictured is book # 2 in THE DRUID TRILOGY) #booksky #author /|\

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South Carolina Hospitals Aren’t Required to Disclose Measles-Related Admissions. That Leaves Doctors in the Dark. Physicians across South Carolina, home to the largest measles outbreak in decades, are advising patients without the benefit of real-time data on hospitalizations due to measles-related pneumonia, bra...

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'Direct Attack on the Health of Americans': Trump EPA Greenlights More Mercury Pollution | Common Dreams The Trump admin's rollback of clean air regulations puts millions at risk of death or illness. Are we willing to sacrifice lives for profit? Public health and environmental advocates condemn this dang...

'Direct Attack on the Health of Americans': Trump EPA Greenlights More Mercury Pollution www.commondreams.org/news/epa-mer...

'More Chaos': Trump Hammered for Plan to Double Down on Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling | Common Dreams President Trump vows to continue tariffs despite Supreme Court ruling. Critics warn of economic chaos ahead.

'More Chaos': Trump Hammered for Plan to Double Down on Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling www.commondreams.org/news/trump-t...

'Totally Illegal,' Says Senate Dem as Trump Pledges $10 Billion in US Funds for His Board of Peace | Common Dreams "Can’t help but notice that this insane attempted theft is the same sum he’s trying to steal from the Treasury, disguised as damages for the disclosure of his tax records," wrote one observer.

'Totally Illegal,' Says Senate Dem as Trump Pledges $10 Billion in US Funds for His Board of Peace www.commondreams.org/news/trump-1...

'An Abomination': Enormous 'Dictatorship-Style' Banner With Trump Face on Side of Justice Department Decried | Common Dreams Critics outraged as Trump banner hung at DOJ, symbolizing his control over the department and weaponizing it against political enemies.

'An Abomination': Enormous 'Dictatorship-Style' Banner With Trump Face on Side of Justice Department Decried www.commondreams.org/news/trump-d...

Peace Campaigners Demand Congress Stop Trump From Waging ‘Devastating’ War on Iran | Common Dreams "Like the votes before the Iraq War, this could be one of the most consequential foreign policy decisions in a generation."

Peace Campaigners Demand Congress Stop Trump From Waging ‘Devastating’ War on Iran www.commondreams.org/news/peace-g...

US Youth, Climate Coalition Sue to Stop Trump EPA 'From Torching Our Kids' Future' | Common Dreams Climate groups and a coalition of young Americans are fighting back against the Trump administration's repeal of the "endangerment finding."

US Youth, Climate Coalition Sue to Stop Trump EPA 'From Torching Our Kids' Future' www.commondreams.org/news/epa-200...

As Trump Marches US Toward Iran War, Critics Ask: Where's the 'Pushback' From Dems and Media? | Common Dreams "It's astonishing that we're building up for a significant military clash, and Congress isn't involved, no real case is being made to the public, and the average American has no clue," wrote one colum...

As Trump Marches US Toward Iran War, Critics Ask: Where's the 'Pushback' From Dems and Media? www.commondreams.org/news/trump-i...