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To Fight Big Tech, We Must Seize the Means of Computation
“[Elon] Musk is kind of an unsubtle example of the problem with Tech Bros,” says Cory Doctorow.
UAW President Calls Trump Speech at Non-Union Auto Plant “Pathetic Irony”
Trump's visit comes as the Biden campaign launches its first ad against him, highlighting his anti-worker record.
Ruling in Trump Fraud Case Could Result in Him Losing Trump Tower
Trump's lawyers made arguments based on “a fantasy world,” the judge said in his ruling.
A Small Cadre of GOP Hard-Liners Is Pushing US Toward Government Shutdown
If the shutdown occurs, it will be because Speaker McCarthy let the far right dictate critical legislative decisions.
Supreme Court Denies Alabama’s Request to Use GOP-Drawn Congressional Map
“Today is a major win for voting rights,” the ACLU of Alabama said on social media.
Are Elected Democrats Ignoring the Possibility of a Train Wreck in 2024?
Congressional Democratic officials and progressives need to seriously reckon with Biden's plummeting poll numbers.
1 Year After William Rivers Pitt’s Death, Let’s Recommit to Collective Survival
As Truthout’s beloved columnist taught us before his death, collective grief can nourish long-term growth and healing.
Menendez Indicted in Case Involving Halal Meat Export Monopoly and Aid to Egypt
The Democratic senator is accused of accepting bribes in exchange for attempting to increase military aid to Egypt.
Menendez Vows to Stay in Office as AOC, Fetterman Call for His Resignation
Sen. Bob Menendez made his first public remarks on Monday and reiterated his vow to not resign.
Gerrymandering in Wisconsin Alters Political Landscape and Raises Impeachment Threats
“I don’t think you could sell to any reasonable person that the maps are fair,” said one state Supreme Court justice.