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Republican Senate Retirements Leave Seats Open in Three Swing States
In 2022, with Democrats controlling the presidency and thin majorities in the House and Senate, the stakes will be high.
New Legislation Would Expose the Financiers of the Capitol Siege
The Capitol breach should lead to greater accountability for political leaders -- and their wealthy financial backers.
Under Democrats’ Ethics Bill, Reps Would Have to Resign From Corporate Boards
At least 15 House representatives currently sit on the boards of private companies.
New Study Says Appalachian Fracking Boom Has Done Little for Local Economies
The analysis concluded that about 90 percent of the wealth created from shale gas extraction leaves local communities.
The Capitol Siege Was White Supremacy in Action. Trial Evidence Confirms That.
The violent storming of the Capitol was in no way a “revolution” -- it was the brazen reemergence of white supremacy.
Legalizing All Drugs Is Just the Beginning of a Compassionate Drug Policy
In a new book, neuroscientist Carl Hart shares stories of his own drug use to break down the stigma.
Progressives Urge Dems to Call House Minority Leader to Testify at Trump Trial
Some say the failure to call witnesses after news of Trump's remarks to Kevin McCarthy would be a dereliction of duty.
Mitch McConnell Tells Republican Colleagues He Will Vote to Acquit Trump
A verdict in the impeachment trial could come as early as Saturday afternoon. A two-thirds vote is needed to convict.
Biden Indicates Americans May Need to Wear Masks Throughout 2021
One health model suggests total deaths from COVID-19 could be cut in half between now and June 1 if everyone wore masks.
Ralph Nader: Biden Must Hold Boeing Accountable for Deaths Due to Faulty Planes
Nader says the Biden Justice Department should reopen the previous administration’s settlement with Boeing.