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Romney Crowns His Hypocrisy by Backing McConnell’s Push to Fill Ginsburg’s Seat
Romney has become a parody of himself in allowing Mitch McConnell’s brazen hypocrisy to stand unchallenged.
Front-Runner to Replace RBG Is Anti-Abortion Member of Catholic Group
Barrett made a lifelong loyalty pledge to People of Praise, raising questions about her ability to rule independently.
Why the Fascists Don’t Want Us to Grieve
Trump knows the full expression of our collective grief would be the end of his presidency.
Romney Says He’ll Back Rush to Name Ginsburg Successor
With just weeks until the election, there's a strong possibility a nominee will be confirmed during a lame-duck session.
Front-Runner for Supreme Court Criticized “Roe v. Wade” and Affordable Care Act
Democrats have also raised alarms about Amy Coney Barrett's political and religious affiliations.
Activists Fight Florida Proposal to Impose Harsh Penalties on Protesters
The proposed bill came on the same day the Department of Justice designated three cities as "anarchist jurisdictions."
Ginsburg’s Legacy Is Vast, But a Trump Appointee Could Overturn Her Best Rulings
A Trump appointment could yield the right-wing votes to overrule “Roe v. Wade” and strike down the Affordable Care Act.
Trump, Barr Declare War on First Amendment With “Anarchist Jurisdictions” Label
“This is just another one of President Trump’s games,” New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said in response.
The Supreme Court Is Misaligned With the Will of This Country. Will We Resist?
Her death, just 46 days before the November election, sets up a major political battle over her replacement.
Trump Praises “Good Genes” of Minnesotans, Highlighting His Eugenics Fixation
Trump brags about his “German blood.” His racehorse theory of genetics is profoundly racist.