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Pittsburgh Bridge Collapses the Same Day as Biden Infrastructure Talk in City
Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman said the collapse serves as a “wake-up call” to improve U.S. infrastructure.
Biden Polls Poorly Against “Generic” Republican, But Beats Trump, DeSantis
One reason Biden's approval ratings are low is that 1 in 5 voters who once backed him are unhappy with his performance.
Tax Cuts and Voter Suppression Laws Are Working Together to Lock in Plutocracy
State lawmakers are moving hard and fast to keep their wealthy backers wealthy.
Fake Electors Casting Fraudulent Ballots for Trump Could Be Charged by DOJ
“These folks should all be charged yesterday,” said former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner.
Over 80 Democrats Say It’s Time for Biden to Cancel $50,000 of Student Debt
“Restarting student loan payments without this broad cancellation would be disastrous,” the lawmakers wrote.
Trump, While Golfing, Describes Himself as “45th and 47th” President
In order to be the 47th president, Trump will have to overcome low polling numbers and numerous criminal inquiries.
Ocasio-Cortez Says Backing Progressive Over Sinema Would Be “Easiest Decision”
Sinema hasn’t “given a compelling case as to why she should be renominated,” Ocasio-Cortez said.
“No More Hiding”: Sanders Says It’s Time to Vote on Build Back Better
Sanders said every Republican and Democrat should be forced take a position on these essential policies.
Since “Citizens United,” Billionaires Are Spending Nearly $1B More on Elections
Billionaires spent $1.2 billion on the 2020 election – about 70 times what they spent on campaign donations in 2008.
US’s Support for Invasions Should Disqualify It From Leading on Russia-Ukraine
The U.S. is in no position to lead any international effort in defense of the right to self-determination.