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Draining the Swamp

New sanctions put the squeeze on oligarchs in Russia. But what about our own fat cats?

By: Khalil Bendib ,; OtherWords

Published: April 13, 2018

Draining the Swamp: A How-To Guide

If Trump cares about unrigging the system like he's said, here are five things he can do.

By: Danielle Brian &; Gary D. Bass ,; OtherWords

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So Much for “Draining the Swamp”: Wall Street’s Power Soars Under Trump

Goldman Sachs has avoided $10 billion in taxes and we need to end their influence on the US government.

By: Sarah Jaffe ,; Truthout

Politics & Elections

Circle Tightens in the Russia Probe: We Know the President Is Under Investigation

Trump may wish to celebrate Mueller's statement that he's a "subject," not a "target." He'd be wiser to shut up.

By: Heather Digby Parton ,; Salon

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Iranian Presidential Elections Head to Runoff With Reformist Narrowly Leading

The snap election had a turnout of around 40 percent — the lowest in Iran since the 1979 revolution.

By: Olivia Rosane ,; CommonDreams

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SCOTUS Overturns “Chevron” Deference, Sparking Massive Transfer of Power to Courts

This decision could lead to the erosion of federal regulations in health, environment, food safety, labor, and more.

By: Sharon Zhang ,; Truthout

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First Debate Underscored Both Candidates’ Fealty to Israel Amid Genocide

Neither Trump nor Biden seem willing to address the root causes of the Palestinian struggle and regional instability.

By: Michel Moushabeck ,; Truthout

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Biden’s Performance at First Debate Reignites Calls for Him to Step Aside

The White House has been adamant Biden will be on the ballot even as voters indicate they would prefer another nominee.

By: Jake Johnson ,; CommonDreams

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Critics Decry SCOTUS Ruling in SEC Case as Victory for the Wealthy and Powerful

Watchdogs warn the decision could have implications that extend beyond the Securities and Exchange Commission.

By: Jake Johnson ,; CommonDreams

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“Genocide Denial”: House Votes to Bar State Dept. From Citing Gaza Death Toll

“My colleagues don’t even want to acknowledge that Palestinians exist … not even when they’re dead,” said Rashida Tlaib.

By: Sharon Zhang ,; Truthout

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Politics & Elections

Kenyan Protesters Call to Dissolve Parliament and Hold New Elections

Many in the movement have been “abducted” during the police crackdown on demonstrations, says a Nairobi-based activist.

By: Amy Goodman &; Nermeen Shaikh ,; DemocracyNow!

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Sanders: AIPAC’s Triumph Over Bowman Shows Need to Overturn “Citizens United”

“Big Money buys politicians who will do their bidding, and the results are clear,” the senator said.

By: Sharon Zhang ,; Truthout

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Critics Slam Supreme Court Ruling as a Weakening of Public Corruption Laws

Ruling 6-3 along ideological lines, the court overturned the bribery convictions of a former Indiana mayor.

By: Brett Wilkins ,; CommonDreams

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Jamaal Bowman Loses Primary After AIPAC Poured Record $14.5M Into Race

AIPAC, Israel’s largest US lobbying group, made this race the most expensive House primary in history.

By: Sharon Zhang ,; Truthout

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