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Election 2024 Was an Open Celebration of the Oligarchy, Says David Sirota
Sirota says our elections have become battlegrounds for billionaires who want to see returns on their investments.
Let’s Move Beyond Blame to Fight for Each Other in the Face of Fascism
While principled critiques are often necessary, let’s communicate like people who still need each other — because we do.
Palestine Was a Top Concern for Many Voters. Harris Refused to Listen to Them.
After refusing to call for an arms embargo, Harris lost to Trump, to the delight of Israel’s right-wing leaders.
Shomari Figures Wins in District Where Alabama GOP Tried to Dilute Black Vote
Previous districts drawn by Alabama Republicans diluted Black residents’ voting power, a federal judge ruled last year.
With Trump Headed Back to White House, What Can Democrats Do to Check His Power?
What can Democrats in Congress, outgoing President Biden, and state and local legislatures do to rein in Trump?
The Working Class “Can’t Keep Relying on the Democratic Party,” Historian Says
Robin D. G. Kelley says if we don’t think of ourselves as a class with power, we’re going to see Trumps for generations.
Voters in Alaska, Missouri and Nebraska Pass Paid Sick Leave Ballot Measures
Across the US, 18 states plus Washington, D.C. now have some form of paid sick leave standard.
Trans Candidates Triumph in Key Elections Despite GOP’s Anti-Trans Ad Campaign
“It’s clear that trans people are not going back without a fight, and we can win,” Allison Chapman told Truthout.
Trump Sails to Presidency in Election Fueled by Racism and Anti-Immigrant Hate
Voting rights groups had to respond to bomb threats and reports of racist voter intimidation on Tuesday.
Grassroots Organizing Wisdom Will Be Crucial With a Fascist in the White House
Leftist organizers in red states know the importance of base-building in local communities when rights are under attack.