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The Oath Keepers Militia Movement Has Taken Root in the Republican Mainstream
The violent extremist group's roster includes state lawmakers, congressional candidates and local government officials.
AOC: GOP Opposes Build Back Better Because They Fear “A Changing Country”
An increase in “class and racial consciousness” is “seriously disrupting the status quo,” Ocasio-Cortez said.
Sinema Is “Obstacle to Progress,” Say 5 Vets Who Quit Her Advisory Panel
The veterans accused the Arizona senator of answering to big donors rather than her own constituents.
Sinema and Manchin Go for the Throat of the Social Infrastructure Bill
It's a damned hard day at the office when working with Manchin is the best available choice.
Omar: Manchin and Sinema Are Doing Big Pharma, Big Oil and Wall Street’s Bidding
Two conservative Democrats have stalled and forced President Biden to radically scale back his agenda.
Could Vice President Harris Take a Page From Nixon and Challenge the Filibuster?
The filibuster is not in the Constitution. It’s not part of any law. And it’s damaging the U.S.
What’s “in the Damn Bill” for Families? Bernie Sanders Wants You to Know.
Popular proposals such as paid leave are being whittled down in negotiations with conservative Democrats.
Manchin’s Compromise Voting Rights Bill Gets Zero Support From GOP Senators
The compromise bill was defeated by a Republican filibuster, resulting in renewed calls to end the legislative rule.
Manchin Threatens to Leave Democratic Party Over Social Infrastructure Bill
Joe Manchin wants Democrats to peel their own bill down to nothing. Call his bluff.
Supreme Court Refuses to Block Maine’s Vaccine Mandate for Health Care Workers
Maine's vaccine mandate will require health care workers to get vaccinated before October 29.