Marcus Thorne, US Social Affairs Reporter

Marcus Thorne focuses on the critical social issues shaping modern America, from civil rights and immigration to healthcare disparities and urban development. With a background in sociology and 15 years of investigative reporting for ProPublica, Marcus is dedicated to telling the stories of underrepresented communities. His long-form features have sparked national conversations on social justice reform.
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BART Faces Potential Service Cuts as Bay Area Residents Consider Future of Transit

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system, once a cornerstone of public…

Remembering Martyn Butler: A Pioneer in the Fight Against HIV and AIDS

Martyn Butler, a pioneering figure in the fight against HIV and AIDS,…

Trump’s Conflicting Signals on Iran Conflict and Epstein’s Scientific Networks Exposed

** In recent developments, former President Donald Trump has sent mixed signals…

San Francisco Bay Area Faces Tough Choices as BART Considerations Loom

** As the San Francisco Bay Area grapples with the long-lasting effects…

Bay Area Residents Face Tough Choices as BART Considers Service Cuts

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system, a once-thriving public transport network,…

Pioneering HIV Activist Martyn Butler Passes Away at 71, Leaving a Legacy of Change

Martyn Butler, the co-founder of the Terrence Higgins Trust and a formidable…

Trump’s Ambiguous Stance on Iran Conflict and Epstein’s Scientific Connections Uncovered

** In a recent series of statements, former President Donald Trump has…

San Francisco Bay Area Faces Tough Choices as BART Considers Service Cuts

** As the San Francisco Bay Area grapples with the aftermath of…

Trump’s Conflicting Messages on Iran Conflict and Epstein’s Scientific Network Exposed

** In recent statements, former President Donald Trump has sent mixed signals…

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