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Trump Ousted. The Spirit of Insurgent Democracy Is Rising.
Surviving the toxic aftermath of a Trump presidency calls for a radical reimagining of democracy in the U.S.
Trump Plans Obituary Readings at Rallies to Support False Claims of Voter Fraud
Several fact-checking sites have already debunked a number of social media posts that wrongly alleged dead people voted.
Trump’s Baseless Fraud Accusations Are Already Sparking Far Right Violence
Far more likely than a pro-Trump military-backed coup is enhanced militancy from far right militias and fascist groups.
Progressives Tell Biden: Don’t “Cooperate” With McConnell in Choosing Cabinet
Joe Biden must not be willing to toss aside progressives in order to cooperate with the likes of McConnell.
Far Right Extremism Finds Footing in Some States Following Election
Some candidates have ties to extremist groups like the Proud Boys or subscribe to QAnon conspiracy theories.
Dark Money From Super PAC Played Key Role in Defeat of Several House Democrats
A super PAC aligned with Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy spent millions to flip Democratic seats in the House.
Trump Faces Growing Fury Over His Stubborn Refusal to Concede Defeat to Biden
Instead of accepting the election results, Trump is continuing to push evidence-free allegations of voter fraud.
Far Right Monitors Anxious About Lingering Possibility of Post-Election Violence
The election has unfolded relatively peacefully, but far right watchdogs do not believe we are out of the woods yet.
Rest Today. Soon We Begin the Work of Clearing Trump’s Wreckage.
Trump has yet to concede, and may never, and it doesn't matter a damn.
This Election Proved That Medicare for All Is a Winning Demand
Just about every congressional member this year who ran for reelection while supporting universal health care won.