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After the Pandemic Subsides, We May See a Third Wave of the Arab Spring
It’s a mistake to view the Arab Spring as a historic event rather than the long-term revolutionary process it really is.
Yes, Trump Can Be Convicted by the Senate After January 20
The Supreme Court would likely not overturn a post-presidency Senate trial.
Groups at Last Week’s Capitol Protest Are Still Fundraising on Amazon and Paypal
At least eight organizations at Trump's January 6th rally remain on these platforms despite their anti-hate policies.
NRA Files for Bankruptcy Months After Suit Revealed Internal Culture of Fraud
The pro-gun lobby group officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Friday, with plans to restructure in Texas.
AOC Criticizes Biden’s Stimulus Plan, Says $1,400 Payments Should Be Full $2,000
The plan by Biden would pay every American $1,400, supplementing the $600 payments that were made weeks ago.
QAnon Trump Supporter Jacob Chansley Seeks Pardon From Trump for Capitol Breach
Chansley's lawyer argues that he shouldn't be punished for accepting the invitation, instructions from the president.
Poll Shows 56% of Americans Want Senate to Remove Trump and Bar Him From Office
The poll also indicates a majority want outgoing and twice-impeached President Trump to face criminal charges.
Republican AGs Cannot Shake Ties to Violent Trump Coup Attempt
The Republican Attorneys General Association was a member of the coalition that organized the January 6 protest.
Downplaying Trumpism Is Dangerous
Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio made the ludicrous claim that impeaching Trump was simply an expression of “cancel culture.”
Resolution to Expel House GOP Who Voted to Overturn Election Is Gaining Momentum
The resolution, introduced by freshman Rep. Cori Bush, now has 54 co-sponsors in the House.