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Naomi Klein: Only a Robust, Organized Left Can Defeat Conspiracy Culture
A lack of understanding about how capitalism works will leave people vulnerable to conspiracy theories, argues Klein.
Mitt Romney Announces He Won’t Seek Another Term in the Senate
"It’s time for a new generation of leaders," Romney, 76, said in a message announcing his impending retirement.
DeSantis Didn’t Disclose Trips Paid for by Wealthy Donors — Report
The report comes as DeSantis continues to lag behind Donald Trump in polls about the GOP presidential nomination.
GOP Election Attorney Joins Republican-Led Efforts to Disqualify Trump
Election officials expect more lawsuits as a growing number of legal scholars express support for this legal strategy.
We Can Survive Together by Becoming Kin
“What kind of story are we setting ourselves up to replicate in the world?” asks "Becoming Kin" author Patty Krawec.
Colorado Lawsuit’s Strategy for Keeping Trump Off Ballot Is Starting to Spread
The lawsuits cite the 14th Amendment, which says former officials who engage in insurrection may not serve as president.
WI GOP Offers “Nonpartisan” Redistricting Bill That Still Lets Them Draw Maps
The proposal came after Republicans realized they couldn't impeach a justice who would likely rule against current maps.
Is BRICS+ an Anti-Colonial Formation Worth Cheering From the Left? Far From It.
BRICS+ is not a new Non-Aligned Movement seeking to redistribute global wealth but an alliance of aspiring hegemons.
Trump’s Own DOJ Set Up a Major Roadblock to GOP Attempts to Impeach Biden
Political observers are describing the memo as a literal “Trump card” that helps Biden.
Kevin McCarthy Announces Congressional Impeachment Inquiry Against Biden
The impeachment inquiry against Biden "is simply red meat for the extreme rightwing," a White House spokesperson said.