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Biden’s Marijuana Policies Help Business But Not the Victims of the War on Drugs
Rescheduling will provide tax benefits for weed companies, but it won't help those who have suffered criminalization.
What’s Next for Iran After President, Foreign Minister Die in Helicopter Crash?
Analyst Trita Parsi discusses the impact of the officials’ deaths on the future of Iran’s policies.
States Target Voter Registration Drives With “Unbelievable” Restrictions
New GOP-backed laws in several states add fines or criminal penalties for minor mistakes in voter registration work.
Samuel Alito Flew Upside-Down Flag, Symbol of Trump Support, Days After Jan. 6
The appearance of such a charged political symbol in front of a jurist's home is highly unethical, critics have said.
16 House Democrats Vote to Pass Bill Barring Pausing of Israel Arms Shipments
Critics say the bill is a severe overcorrection to Biden’s weapons pause which is likely ineffectual anyways.
Rule Change to Obscure Political Campaign Contributions Narrowly Avoided at FEC
Proposed by a Trump-nominated FEC member, the rule would’ve supercharged the flow of dark money in political campaigns.
Far Right Billionaires Are Waging a War to Capture State Courts
Florida’s abortion ban is just one recent outcome of right-wing billionaires’ effort to capture state courts nationwide.
Once “Never Trumpers,” These GOP Stars Are Clamoring to Be Trump’s VP
The jockeying for Trump’s vice presidential pick reveals the unvarnished opportunism of the GOP’s biggest stars.
Zionism Will Never Be a Solution to Antisemitism
Zionism has relied on strategic alliances with antisemitic ethnonationalists since its earliest days.
Dems Indicate Johnson’s Stunt at Trump Trial May Come With Serious Repercussions
Some Democrats have suggested they would no longer back House Speaker Mike Johnson in a future motion to vacate vote.