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The GOP Has Every Reason to Want the US Postal Service to Fail
As advocates of privatization, Republicans also have much to gain from disrupting the 2020 census and mail-in voting.
Governor Whitmer’s Lockdown Approval Rating Surpasses Trump’s
Trump pushed for Michigan residents to "LIBERATE" themselves from Whitmer's stay-in-place orders last week.
Trump’s Inaction on the COVID-19 Crisis Seems More Deliberate Each Day
Millions of Americans are making painful sacrifices every day, and Trump doesn’t seem to give a single damn.
Pelosi Picks Friend With Corporate Ties to Oversee COVID-19 Bailout Fund
Rep. Donna Shalala has connections to companies that are well-positioned to benefit from the bailout.
Trump’s Praise for Astroturf Protests Is a Divisive Reelection Strategy
Trump and the Republicans have decided that opening up the economy as soon as possible is their ticket to reelection.
Warren Slams Trump for Supporting Protests Against Stay-at-Home Orders
Sen. Elizabeth Warren said the president is "trying to turn this health crisis into a political rally for himself."
Attorney General Barr Refuses to Release 9/11 Documents to Victims’ Families
Barr says he cannot even explain why the material must stay secret without putting national security at risk.
Portland’s Rental Crisis Created an Opening for Democratic Socialist Candidates
As rents soar in Oregon, democratic socialist candidates are gaining traction with progressive housing agendas.
Trump Tells States to “LIBERATE!” Contradicting Own Administration’s Guidance
Trump sent a barrage of political tweets on Friday, including an attack against former President Barack Obama.
Trump’s COVID-19 Plan Aims to Shift Blame to Governors If Things Worsen
The three-phase plan appears to many to be more about Trump having the ability to place blame elsewhere.