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Ginni Thomas Debacle Is a Warning That Trumpism Lives On in the Halls of Power
As far as Clarence Thomas goes, recusal would be nice. Resignation in disgrace would seem more appropriate.
Biden’s 2023 Budget Includes a 20 Percent Billionaire Minimum Income Tax
The tax would be levied on unrealized gains from things like stocks, making it similar to a wealth tax.
Putin Is Attempting to Center Russia as a Hub of the Global Right Wing
Putin is part of a global authoritarian movement, seeking repudiation of the right to national self-determination.
Zelenskyy Says He Is Prepared to Discuss Neutrality From NATO for Ukraine
“We are looking for peace, really, without delay,” said the Ukrainian president before negotiations.
Biden Asks Congress for a Record-Breaking $813 Billion in Military Spending
The military budget request is $100 billion more than was spent at the height of the Cold War, adjusted for inflation.
Prison Pen Pals Chip Away at the Prison-Industrial Complex One Letter at a Time
Letters are a source of hope. Policies banning physical mail are yet another attack on incarcerated people.
1 in 6 Election Officials Say They’ve Faced Threats on the Job, Survey Shows
Nearly two-thirds of election officials reported being worried about interference from political leaders.
The United States Is Exceptional — Just Not in the Ways Any of Us Should Want
The U.S. has emitted more greenhouse gases over time than any other country.
Billionaires Would Pay Nearly 100 Times More in Taxes Under New Biden Proposal
The so-called “Billionaire's Tax” would specifically target approximately 700 of the nation's wealthiest people.
ICE Continues to Abuse and Traumatize Under Biden. Immigrants Are Fighting Back.
In Florida, the Glades County Detention Center, like ICE itself, has shown that it cannot be reformed.