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“Heil Victory!” White Nationalist Groups Emboldened by Trump’s Election and Chief Strategist Steve Bannon
A video from a conference that took place over the weekend shows hundreds gathering to celebrate Trump's victory.
Neocons, War Criminals and White Nationalists: Jeremy Scahill on Trump’s Incoming Advisers and Cabinet
Jeremy Scahill examines the “team of rivals” Trump is considering for key appointments to his cabinet.
The Non-Existent Trump Mandate
Though Donald Trump prevailed in the Electoral College, he failed to secure a plurality of the total ballots cast.
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Careful What You Wish For
Syrian Refugees Say if Western Countries Close Their Borders, It “Would Be Better to Die”
Over the course of his campaign, Trump has incorrectly accused Syrian refugees of carrying out violent attacks in the US.
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Parables Involving Cliffs
Bernie Sanders Calls for Trump to Ax Bannon; Urges New Administration to Reject Racism, Sexism and Homophobia
Sen. Bernie Sanders gave his first major address since the election on Tuesday.
The Worst Problem in US Politics? Irrationality
Unfortunately, this election cycle shows how effective it can be to appeal to human irrationality.
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Solidarity
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A Historical Take on the White Backlash That Fueled Donald Trump’s Victory
Aren't we experiencing another backlash?