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The GOP Tax Cuts Are Already Hurting Social Security
The higher federal deficits caused by the cuts will be used by the GOP to attack Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
We Must Pressure Mainstream Forces to Stop Downplaying the Far Right
As the last week showed us, violence is integral to the far right.
Trump and the GOP Have Blood on Their Hands for Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
This is believed to be the worst anti-Semitic attack in US history.
Brazil Has Elected the “Most Extremist Leader in the Democratic World”
Glenn Greenwald, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, discusses more.
Three False Ideas That Anchor Anti-Trans Attacks
To protect trans futures, we must remember trans pasts, work for gender justice and defend true religious liberty.
World’s Capitalists Celebrate Win of Brazilian Fascist Jair Bolsonaro
Corporate excitement over Bolsonaro's ascent to power began when he prevailed in the first round of elections.
Fixing Obamacare’s “Family Glitch” Hinges on Outcome of November Elections
This gap in the 2010 health law means health insurance remains unaffordable for millions of Americans.
Winter Is Coming, and Fuel Costs Will Hit the Poor the Hardest
Just 20 percent of households that qualify for energy assistance receive funding each year.
Trump Tax Cuts at Election Time: Failing on Schedule
The tax cut is turning out as most of us expected: a huge handout to people who were already very rich.
GOP Attacks on Native American Voting Rights Have Catalyzed Resistance
Tribes are mobilizing in response to the North Dakota Voter ID law that disproportionately impacts Native voters.