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Trumpists Are Testing Out New Voter Suppression Tactics in the 2022 Election
Twenty-eight bills have already passed that would make law enforcement more involved in the voting process.
Abortion Bans Are a Direct Threat to Economic Security
Abortion and the economy are inextricably linked. Why are so few Democratic candidates making the connection?
Housing and Homelessness Are on the Ballot. Will Unhoused People Have a Say?
Housing measures are on the ballot in nearly 80 jurisdictions, but those most affected struggle to get to the polls.
AIPAC Had a Banner Year in Election Meddling — and We Should All Be Concerned
The pro-Israel lobbying group's influence in this electoral cycle may leave lasting damage on the progressive movement.
DOJ Considering Special Counsel for Trump Cases in Event He Runs for President
The conversations between DOJ officials indicate that indictments are likely for the former president.
GOP Lawmaker: Republicans Pushing Election Fraud Claims Know They’re Lying
“The whole thing was always a lie. And it was a lie meant to rile people up,” the Texas Republican said.
The 2022 Midterms Are a Referendum on the Future of Democracy in the US
The coming election will show whether the mass of voters in the U.S. support democracy or fascism.
Netanyahu Set to Return as Israel’s Prime Minister 16 Months After Being Ousted
A key member of his government will likely be a far right lawmaker who openly supports ethnic cleansing of Palestinians.
Trump Team Is Reportedly Eyeing November 14 for a 2024 Campaign Launch
The news comes as the Department of Justice weighs whether it will bring charges against the former president.
Elon Musk Hints at Trump’s Return to Twitter, Possibly in “a Few Weeks”
Polling shows most Americans support the social media bans imposed on Trump.