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Trump Wins, What Now?
openDemocracy editors from around the world react to the victory of the billionaire businessman.
The Real Trump Effect: Down-Ballot Disaster for Democrats
Democrats sustained losses at every level of government. Even so, some state-level victories shine through.
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This Is a Time to Fight, Not Retreat or Fantasize About Canada
The fight is no longer simply over control of Congress or the Supreme Court. This is a fight against fascism.
How Studs Terkel Documented the Fight Against White Supremacy and Segregation
Studs Terkel was the first radio broadcaster who invited Stokely Carmichael on his show.
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In Bleak Times, This City Is an Example for the World
Portland, Oregon could teach the world a thing or two about climate laws that count.
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Brexit Should Have Told Us This Was Coming
After this disastrous election, our path forward must have a global perspective.
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A Love Letter to My Trans Family
Reflections on election night.
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How I Talked About Trump With My 6-Year-Old Child
Amidst the fear raised by this election it's important to remember that democracy is not a game but an ongoing struggle.
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Camera Catches Shoving Match With Group Home Worker Before Teenager’s Heart Stopped
A video shows a healthy 15 year old going into her bedroom at a for-profit AdvoServ facility. Thirty-two minutes later, she had no pulse.
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Bank Funding Pipeline Will Look Into Violations of Standing Rock Sioux’s Rights
$460 million in credit is at stake for the Dakota Access and Bakken pipeline.