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China Miéville: Marx’s Communist Manifesto Has Much to Teach Us in 2023
“Every day, capitalism proves that it is absolutely indifferent to human flourishing,” says author China Miéville.
McCarthy’s Concessions to MAGA Diehards Have Paved the Way to Brutal Austerity
McCarthy has signed too many promissory notes, and now there are too many liens on his speaker’s gavel.
Trump Organization Hit With Maximum Fine of $1.6 Million for Tax Evasion Scheme
Though the fine amounts to pocket change for the company, the reputational hit from the 17 felonies could be ruinous.
Watchdog Calls for Investigation Into IRS Over Repeated Failure to Audit Trump
The House recently revealed the IRS didn’t finish a single mandatory presidential audit of Trump while he was in office.
Wisconsin Republicans Refuse to Consider Legalizing Recreational Cannabis Use
Nearly two-thirds of Wisconsinites support the legalization of marijuana for recreational use.
Judge: Trump’s “Stand Back and Stand By” Order Can Be Used in Proud Boys Trial
Trump made the comment during a presidential debate against now-President Joe Biden in the fall of 2020.
Trump Campaign Officials Hit With New January 6 Subpoenas
The investigation is increasingly focused on fundraising efforts and potential efforts to influence witness testimony.
Building New Worlds in an Era of Collapse
“There are other ways of organizing life, land and resources,” says Robyn Maynard.
GOP Votes to Form Committee to Investigate Officials Who Have Investigated Trump
Democrats warn the committee could allow Republicans to evade accountability for inciting crimes and violence.
“A Total Fraud”: Democrats File an Ethics Complaint Against George Santos
They urge the House Ethics Committee to investigate the Santos campaign’s questionable financial practices.