TODAY'S TOP STORIES - October 18, 2017

For Months, the Trump Administration Has Illegally Stopped Undocumented Women From Obtaining Abortions

By Liz Posner, AlterNet

Pregnant women are forced to attend Christian-sponsored “crisis pregnancy centers.”  READ MORE»


'Give Me a Break': Jeff Sessions Wilts Under Grilling by Al Franken on Russia Contacts

By Travis Gettys, Raw Story

Sessions blamed his confirmation hearing lies on being "tired." READ MORE»


The University of Florida Gives Neo-Nazi Richard Spencer Total Control Over Press Covering His Speech

By Emily C. Bell, AlterNet

The state of Florida will foot a huge bill for the security costs.  READ MORE»


Mother of Dead Soldier Confirms Trump 'Disrespected' Her Entire Family

By Travis Gettys, Raw Story

The president has disputed Rep. Frederica Johnson's account of the phone call. READ MORE»


Former Neo-Nazi Comes Out As Gay, Reveals Jewish Heritage

By Dory Jackson, International Business Times

Kevin Wilshaw feels "appallingly guilty" for his previous behavior.  READ MORE»


Amid Controversy Over Anthem Protests, NFL Endorses Drug Sentencing Reform

By Phillip Smith, AlterNet

Will the move appease the players and get Trump off the league's case?  READ MORE»


It's Time to End the Horror of Immigrant Detention

By Robert Greenwald, Brave New Films

The U.S. government locks up roughly 440,000 immigrants a year, and corporations profit off their suffering. READ MORE»


The Two Little Words That Could Transform Our Understanding of Sexual Harassment and Assault

By Mary Elizabeth Williams, Salon

A new social media campaign illustrates the magnitude of our toxic masculinity crisis. READ MORE»


Donald Trump's Place on Forbes' List of the Wealthiest Americans Slides Bigly

By Guardian Staff, The Guardian

The magazine estimates his wealth has fallen as much as 31 percent over the past two years. READ MORE»


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