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Media Obsess Over Biden’s Memory But Our Forgetting History Is the Real Crisis
How we remember the past will help us understand the current fascist threat and how we might imagine a just future.
Dozens of Wealthy Republicans Are Self-Funding Their Campaigns
Several wealthy candidates from both parties stood out in 2023, breaking patterns amongst parties and challengers.
Casar Calls for Probe of Election Rigging in Wake of US-Backed Coup in Pakistan
The new government comes to power after the US pressured Pakistan to remove popular Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Sanders Slams Pentagon After Report Finds Agency Lacks Basic Fraud Avoidance
The agency’s lack of simple fraud prevention exists despite the defense industry being rife with fraud.
“Uncommitted” Campaign Spreads With Endorsement From Washington’s Largest Union
The UFCW 3000 said the campaign is the best way to keep Trump out of office come November.
Supreme Court Delays Trump’s Election Subversion Trial for Several More Months
Oral arguments before the High Court won't begin until mid-April, with an actual ruling likely coming well after that.
Organizers Say Michigan’s “Uncommitted” Campaign Is Spreading to Other States
Super Tuesday states Colorado, Minnesota and North Carolina have "uncommitted" or similar language on their ballots.
“McConnell’s Legacy Has Been One of Obstruction,” Says Sen. Jeff Merkley
Merkley describes McConnell’s use of the filibuster as having “broken the cycle in which government can function.”
Judicial Legitimacy Is at Stake as Trump Attempts to Delay Legal Proceedings
Yet the potential failure of the courts to operate in a timely fashion is anything but new to this Trump-era moment.
Citing His Role in January 6, Judge Disqualifies Trump From Illinois Ballot
The decision is paused if Trump appeals or if the Supreme Court issues a ruling in a similar Colorado case.