USPS Is Falsifying Safety Docs As Its Workers Die of Heat
Even after a mail carrier’s recent death, the company continues to violate its own rules.
Josephine Lee
Josephine Lee is a former staff writer at the Texas Observer covering education and labor. She previously worked as an educator and community organizer. Her reporting has been featured in Salon, The Daily Beast, Truthout, and other outlets. She was raised and lives in Houston.
Articles by Josephine Lee
Abbott Demands Vouchers—Or Else
From bullying legislators to co-opting church pulpits, the governor and the billionaires behind him are determined to defund public schools.
Judge Strikes Down Lege’s Power-Grab Against Cities, HB 2127
A judge ruled Texas "Death Star" law, which would preempt local legislation in broad areas of policy, of violating the state constitution.
Houston ISD Takeover, The Musical
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Texas Workers, Congressman Launch ‘Thirst Strike’ for Heat Protections
“My brother would still be here if he just had a water break,” said Jasmine Granillo, who’s joining the call for OSHA to save workers from the Texas Legislature.
Teachers Strong-Armed to Get on Board with Houston Schools Takeover
Instructors face job losses for failing to sign up for the New Education System.
‘American Born Chinese’ and the Limits of Cultural Representation
The young hero in the new Disney+ show follows a familiar journey for colonized people, as predicted by theorist Frantz Fanon.