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Justice Department Will Release Mueller’s Report This Thursday
It's the first step in what will be a lengthy battle with Democrats over how much of the report will be made public.
In Face of Death Threats, Omar Says We Must Confront White Nationalism
After many threats on her life, Rep. Ilhan Omar speaks out.
Texas Is Poised to Make It Easier to Jail People for Voting Errors
The legislation is part of a wave of bills meant to criminalize voting mistakes in the name of voter fraud.
Democrats Urged to Speak Out After Trump’s Latest Attack on Ilhan Omar
The call is in response to an edited video the president posted on Twitter Friday afternoon.
Ocasio-Cortez Is Winning the Battle Against GOP Sexists
The image of Rep. Ocasio-Cortez has become a Rorschach Test for assholes.
Chomsky on Confronting “Ultranationalist, Reactionary” Movements Across Globe
Chomsky discusses the rise of fascism in the 20th century and the growing ultranationalist movements of today.
Chomsky: Trump Radically Interfered With Israel’s Election to Re-elect Netanyahu
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is headed to a record fifth term in office.
Echoes of History: Trump’s “Movement” Now Has a Uniform and Membership Cards
Trump's latest grift to followers is pitching "executive membership cards."
Democratic Candidates Say They Support Reparations. Do They Mean It?
Many Black voters are questioning the sincerity of candidates' promises.
Julian Assange Arrested and Facing US Charge Related to Chelsea Manning Leaks
London’s Metropolitan Police said in a statement that Assange was arrested on behalf of the United States authorities.