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No Government, No Problem!
Trump claims the wall is for “protection.” Who's protecting us from food contamination and missed paychecks?
Shutdown Is Another Reason US Poor Can’t Bank on a Safety Net
Government benefits are often unreliable and may be cut or eliminated arbitrarily.
The Republican Party Is a Pack of Cowards
The GOP is hiding in plain sight as more Trump-Russia ties are exposed.
To Take Down Fossil Fuels, We Must Abandon Capitalism
Dahr Jamail's latest book bears witness to the destruction of our natural world due to climate change.
Will the Longest Shutdown in US History End in a Power Grab?
It is appearing increasingly likely that Trump will declare a national emergency to end the shutdown.
From Beto to Oprah, Undeclared 2020 Candidates Already Backed by Outside Groups
Various PACs are hoping to demonstrate grassroots support and “draft” their favored 2020 candidate to run.
As Government Shutdown Drags On, IRS Continues to Aid the Rich
The Trump administration has restarted a division of the Internal Revenue Service to help corporate lenders.
Florida Pardons Men Falsely Accused in Jim Crow-Era Rape Case in 1949
The story of the “Groveland Four,” now 70 years old, has continued to haunt the state of Florida.
Where Abortion Fights Will Play Out in 2019
Here are four venues where the debate over reproductive health services will play out in 2019.
Healthy Food Just Got a Big Boost in the New Farm Bill
A program that doubles the spending power for food stamp recipients who buy fresh produce just got more funding.