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Right-Wing Media Hounds AOC Over Her Choice to Keep Wearing a Mask
In a recent Instagram story she shared, Ocasio-Cortez said she would continue to wear a mask for a number of reasons.
Biden White House Says Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments Will Begin July 15
The payments, opposed by every Republican in Congress, are expected to help drastically reduce child poverty in the U.S.
House Set to Vote on January 6 Commission That Gives GOP Equal Power
Republicans won equal representation on the commission last week, though the GOP’s view of the attack is largely biased.
Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Case That Could Upend “Roe v. Wade”
A lower court's ruling in 2019 found that Mississippi's abortion restrictions were incongruent with federal precedent.
Trump Plans to Resume His Infamous Rallies in June
As his social media bans remain in place, Trump's rallies could become the main way for him to push his message.
US Jews Have Never Been a Monolith When It Comes to Support for Israel
The president who helped create Israel was a bigot — and we've been confused about the “Jewish vote” ever since.
The Death of Democracy Looks Nearer Than Ever
Remember that relief we felt after Joe Biden was elected? That didn't last long — and darkness is closing in.
Anti-Fascism Is Not Simply a Moral Objection — It Is a Practical One
Our survival depends upon a rejection of the inherent pessimism and selfishness of fascism, says author Shane Burley.
Biden Infrastructure Plan Is a Step Toward Equity and Countering Climate Crisis
Robert Pollin explains how Biden's plan takes step toward sustainability while creating a somewhat fairer tax system.
Pharma-Backed Dark Money Group Attacks House Democrats’ Lower Drug Pricing Plan
The American Action Network is pouring millions into a TV, digital advertising and phone campaign attacking H.R. 3.