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Trump’s Electoral College Win Could Easily Happen Again If System Doesn’t Change
A new study shows Republicans are likely to win 65 percent of close elections where they lose the popular vote.
Warren Unveils “Most Sweeping Set of Anti-Corruption Reforms Since Watergate”
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says her proposed reforms would put power “back where it belongs -- in the hands of the people.”
Federal Appeals Court Rules Trump Can Be Sued for Unconstitutional Profiteering
The court reinstated a lawsuit challenging Trump's violation of the emoluments clause of the Constitution.
Progressives, 2020 Contenders Demand Kavanaugh Impeachment
New details have surfaced about sexual assault allegations against the judge.
Henry A. Giroux on How Populism Aids Fascism
In this interview, Henry A. Giroux argues against both right and left populism.
Israel Was Caught Spying on Capitol Hill Cellphones and Trump Was Fine With It
When the FBI's warning to the administration resulted in no action, it had no other option but to turn to the press.
Biden’s “Best Night” Was Pretty Damn Bad
Biden’s previous performances set the bar lower than whale feces at the bottom of the sea. Thursday wasn't much better.
Republican Lawmakers Across the Country Rebel Against Democracy
If conservatives can't win at the ballot box, they won’t abandon conservatism -- they will abandon democracy.
Wall Street Billionaires Set to Mingle With Mike Pence at Financial Conference
The conference gathers profiteers tied to some of the gravest problems humanity faces today.
Bolton’s Replacement Is Another Anti-Muslim Right-Wing Extremist, Charge Critics
Kupperman has connections to Center for Security Policy, a major peddler of anti-Muslim conspiracy theories.