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Media Obsess Over Biden’s Memory But Our Forgetting History Is the Real Crisis
How we remember the past will help us understand the current fascist threat and how we might imagine a just future.
Dozens of Wealthy Republicans Are Self-Funding Their Campaigns
Several wealthy candidates from both parties stood out in 2023, breaking patterns amongst parties and challengers.
Casar Calls for Probe of Election Rigging in Wake of US-Backed Coup in Pakistan
The new government comes to power after the US pressured Pakistan to remove popular Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Organizers Say Michigan’s “Uncommitted” Campaign Is Spreading to Other States
Super Tuesday states Colorado, Minnesota and North Carolina have "uncommitted" or similar language on their ballots.
Citing His Role in January 6, Judge Disqualifies Trump From Illinois Ballot
The decision is paused if Trump appeals or if the Supreme Court issues a ruling in a similar Colorado case.
Trump’s Michigan Primary “Win” Shows Fissures in His Support From GOP Voters
More than 3 in 10 Michigan voters picked an option other than Trump in Tuesday's primary race.
Inside the GOP’s Secret Assault on the Voting Rights Act in Washington State
The Washington State case is one of 38 in 12 states that seek to roll back protections against discrimination.
Ohio’s Political Crisis Has Impeded Its Clean Energy. Democracy May Be Next.
The GOP supermajorities in Ohio’s gerrymandered state legislature have implemented a flood of voter restrictions.
South Carolina’s Primary Will Show Degree of Support for Programmatic Fascism
Polls say Trump, who openly espouses programmatic fascism, may win South Carolina’s GOP primary by a two-to-one margin.
Politicians Are Overlooking a Powerful Voting Bloc: Poor and Low-Income Voters
Politicians pay next to no attention to the concerns of low-income Americans. Advocates want to change that.