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Nearly All House Republicans Vote Against Bill to Alleviate Baby Food Shortage
Republicans have spent the last weeks blaming the shortage squarely on President Joe Biden.
Trump’s Attempt to Shut Down All US Embassies in Africa Epitomizes Today’s GOP
It’s terrifying that this man, who holds a death grip over the Republican Party, could conceivably return to power.
Jayapal Breaks With Top Dems, Endorses Cisneros Against Anti-Abortion Incumbent
The Congressional Progressive Caucus chair cited the urgency of backing candidates who will defend abortion rights.
Pennsylvania’s GOP Nominee for Governor Is Arguably the Scariest Man in Politics
Exit Madison Cawthorn, enter Doug Mastriano, and God help us all.
Democratic Leadership Sided With Corporatists to Fight Progressives in Primaries
Super PACs, corporatist Dems and oligarchs tried to shut out the voices of the people in these races, says Nina Turner.
Progressive Charles Booker Wins Primary to Challenge Rand Paul in November
“If anybody tells you that ceilings can’t break, tell them, ‘look at Kentucky,’” Booker said.
Madison Cawthorn Loses GOP Primary Election, Is Out of Running for 2022 Midterms
Cawthorn, a devoted follower of former President Donald Trump, lost the nominating contest by around 1,300 votes.
Progressive Summer Lee Declares Victory in Pennsylvania Primary With Slim Margin
If her victory is confirmed, Lee will face off against Republican Mike Doyle.
Chuck Schumer Blasts Fox News Over Amplification of Racist Far Right Theory
A far right extremist idea has been “injected into the mainstream” thanks in part to the network, Schumer said.
It’s Primary Night in Pennsylvania, and All Hell Is Set to Break Loose
The outcome in Pennsylvania tonight could shed light on the current disposition of Republican voters more broadly.