Politics & Government Good News

Ways that people, organizations, and governments are fighting to strengthen democracy in the United States and around the world

New Report: Renewable Energy Sector On Track To Hit Net-Zero Goals By 2030

A new report from RMI suggests that we are on track to meet net-zero targets for renewable energy by the end of the decade.

Uplifting Climate Change Good News — According To Al Gore

The climate crisis requires action, but Al Gore is helping us celebrate all the forward momentum we’ve made so far.

Good News: U.S. Cities Turn Old Landfills Into Solar Farms

New federal funding aims to ramp up the use of former garbage dumps for renewable energy projects key to cutting cities' emissions

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41 Countries Implement Mental Health & Resiliency Training for Healthcare Workers

This mental health and resiliency training has reached over 100,000 healthcare workers across the globe.

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LGBTQ+ Legislators Are Keeping Up the Fight for Trans Rights

Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt and Colorado State Representative Brianna Titote speak about their work to fight anti-trans legislation.

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Good News This Week: June 10, 2023 - Chalk, Policing, & Girls' Education

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Good News This Week: May 27, 2023 - Paw Pics, Bikes, & Vertical Farms

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Texas House Passes Bill to Repeal 'Tampon Tax' on Menstrual Products & Diapers

The bill, which Democrats have been pushing for years, has become a top priority after the overturn of Roe v. Wade. The Senate has already passed the bill, which would provide tax relief on the purchase of menstrual products, diapers, and other childcare necessities.

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Bike Share Programs in the U.S. Foster Greener Cities

The U.S. is embracing cycling with the rise of bike share programs. From Redding, California to Washington D.C., discover how these initiatives are changing urban transportation.

Bikeable Neighborhoods (in Not-So-Bike-Friendly Cities)

Despite inner-city infrastructure development traditionally adopting a mixture of public transportation and vehicle-use roadways, many cities have begun to prioritize dedicated bicycle lanes and safety measures to offer better mobility options and quality of life.