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Trump’s Properties Are a Playground for White Nationalists, Far Right Extremists
Trump properties have become hot spots for right-wing extremists trying to infiltrate mainstream politics.
Lawmakers Warn New USPS Loan Terms “Could Accelerate Demise of Postal Service”
Recent cost-cutting measures also threaten to disrupt upcoming elections as record numbers turn to vote-by-mail.
Anti-Government Propaganda Is a Republican Ploy Meant to Disarm Progressives
Progressives need a long-game strategy to restore confidence in the efficacy of government to work for the common good.
Bill Barr Grilled by House Lawmakers on Protest Crackdown and Voter Suppression
The House Judiciary Committee questioned Barr about his actions against BLM protesters and opposition to voting by mail.
Wisconsin’s Voter Suppression Could Swing 2020 Election in Trump’s Favor
A lower-court decision awaiting review by the state’s Supreme Court would purge 129,000 predominantly Democratic voters.
Trump’s Latest Gripe Against Fauci: “Why Don’t I Have a High Approval Rating?”
Trump's acknowledgment of poor polling numbers is rare, as he typically calls such surveys "fake."
“Unrest” Is Not the Enemy. Fascism Is.
Burying the truth about how we got here will not help us escape.
Jayapal: Barr Called BLM “Terrorists” But Ignored Armed Michigan Protesters
Barr had said he wasn't aware of protests in Michigan, where some had called for violence against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
As COVID Deaths Pass 151,000, Trump Says “Not Sure I Could Have Done Any More”
"Nobody's accomplished more in their first three-and-a-half years than I have," Trump added.
GOP Stimulus Bill Shows McConnell and Trump Are Perfectly Happy to Watch You Die
The only thing inevitable in life is death, and thanks in large part to Republicans, it’s knocking on our national door.