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Only US and Israel Vote Against Resolution Demanding End to Blockade of Cuba
This year, as the embargo has impacted Cuba's ability to combat COVID, 184 nations voted in favor of the resolution.
Sanders: “I’m Tired of Talking About Mr. Manchin and Miss Sinema”
“The American people all over this country understand that now is the time to act,” said Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Socialist India Walton Pulls Off Historic Upset in Buffalo Mayoral Race
Walton will likely win the mayorship, which would make her the first socialist mayor of a major U.S. city in 60 years.
Pandemic’s High Toll at the Texas Border Lays Bare Gaps in Health and Insurance
Health experts say Texas's lax COVID response and refusal to expand Medicaid contributed to the higher death rates.
Police Escalate Line 3 Standoffs at Indigenous, Water Protector-Led Treaty Sites
Red Lake tribal monitor Sasha Beaulieu says it’s not the tribe’s Water Protectors who are trespassing; it’s Enbridge.
Pressure to End Filibuster Mounts After Republicans Block Voting Rights Debate
Senate Republicans, who hold the minority, blocked debate on the bill that would massively expand voting rights Tuesday.
Sinema’s Op-Ed Defending the Filibuster Is a Triumph for Republican Obstruction
The senator’s argument comes just as Republicans are about to use the filibuster to block voting rights legislation.
Majority of Americans Say GOP “Election Audits” Are Effort to Undermine Results
A plurality of poll respondents also said such audits work to weaken democracy in the U.S.
Democrats Introduce Bill to Combat Republican Voter Suppression Efforts
The legislation combats GOP efforts to remove election officials for partisan reasons and challenge voters’ eligibility.
Trump Wanted Justice Department to Stop TV Hosts, “SNL” From Making Fun of Him
Trump apparently did not understand that satire was protected speech and repeatedly asked for something to be done.