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Modi Runs on “Hatred and Demonization” of Muslims in World’s Largest Election
India's prime minister has recently come under fire from opponents for referring to Muslims as “infiltrators.”
Progressives Explain Why They Did Not Join Other Dems to Save Mike Johnson
The majority of the House voted to save the far right speaker from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to oust him.
Outside Agitators Are Good, Actually
“Outside agitators have played an incredible role in social movements,” says author Astra Taylor.
Critics Lambaste Judge for Indefinitely Delaying Trump’s Classified Docs Trial
Critics of the judge's recent move are calling for the special counsel to request her removal from the case.
Amid Rafah Siege, Biden Officials Delay Report on Alleged Israeli War Crimes
The report was supposed to be released this week — as Israel embarked on the beginning stages of its invasion of Rafah.
Most Democratic Voters Believe Israel Is Committing Genocide, Poll Shows
Fifty-six percent believe Israel is committing a genocide in Gaza, according to Data for Progress and Zeteo.
As Israel Begins “Final Phase” of Genocide, Biden Slams Pro-Palestine Protests
Just two months ago, Biden said that the invasion of Rafah is a “red line” Israel must not cross.
Trump Says Gag Order Jail Sentence Would Be “Sacrifice” to Protect Speech Rights
Trump has violated the court-imposed gag order a total of 10 times.
Jewish Prof Body-Slammed by Police Tells Biden to Stop Weaponizing Antisemitism
“We don’t want this genocide in Gaza in our name,” says Annelise Orleck, who was brutalized by police at Dartmouth.
Poll Finds Election Officials Fear for Their Safety, Political Interference
The vast majority of local election officials have taken new precautions to secure the 2024 election.