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The Establishment Now Has Three Horses in the Race — and None Won New Hampshire
Turns out “socialist” isn’t such a bad word anymore.
Trump’s New Budget Is Not Only Immoral — It’s Also Unaffordable
Enriching Pentagon contractors to the tune of more than $300 billion every year is not remotely affordable.
Buttigieg Advocates Boldness But His Policies Are Timid
When it comes to basic issues like health care and education, Buttigieg's policies are anything but bold.
Democrats Are Stumped Over How to Undo Republican Takeover of Federal Courts
With the help of Senate Republicans and the Federalist Society, President Trump is transforming the federal judiciary.
Facebook Ads Should Face the Same Libel Law as Media Outlets
Facebook will not screen political ads for truthfulness. Why does it remain exempt from libel laws?
To Stop the Next War Before It Starts, We Need to Confront Militarism Itself
We didn’t invade Iran, but the war machine rages on. To stop it, we need a strong and sustained antiwar movement.
Voter Suppression Could Reach New Heights in 2020 — Unless We Push Back
With the 2020 election under way, activists are beginning to push back against voter disenfranchisement across the U.S.
Republicans Have Weakened Congress in Order to Protect Trump
Trump shows that wealth doesn’t just bring power -- it also enables malfeasance.
Women Fight for Dignity and Survival in the Trump-Putin Era
In this era of assault on their rights, women are finding new ways to empower themselves.
Trump Administration Reintroduces Catastrophic Reagan-Era Disability Cuts
Trump’s proposal is expected to cost about as much to administer as it will save by denying benefits to disabled people.