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Democratic Leadership Shoots Own Feet, Reloads, Shoots Own Feet Again
It almost makes you wonder if these Democratic “leaders” actually want Trump to be re-elected.
Canvassing the 55 Percent of Rural Voters Wanting Medicare for All
Like with Medicare in the 1960s, an activated public can canvass voters to force Congress to act.
Koch Brothers Float Possibility of Backing Congressional Democrats in 2020
The Koch brothers have come into conflict with President Donald Trump.
Racist Gerrymandering Created a GOP Stronghold in the South. We Must Fight Back.
Rev. Dr. William Barber responds to his recent conviction for trespassing during a 2017 protest against gerrymandering.
DNC Chair Says Hosting 2020 Debate on Climate Crisis “Not Practical”
Chairman Tom Perez's remarks provoked further outrage from grassroots groups demanding a climate-specific debate.
The Supreme Court Nixes Corporate Contributions for the 2020 Campaign
The justices refused to consider a challenge to a longstanding ban on corporate donations to political campaigns.
World of Influence: A Guide to Trump’s Foreign Business Interests
Donald Trump continues to make money from properties and licensing deals in nearly two dozen countries around the world.
To Be Effective, Socialism Must Adapt to 21st Century Needs
A 21st century socialism must address climate catastrophe and endemic joblessness, says scholar Vijay Prashad.
Georgia Probe Highlights Political Problems With State Ethics Commissions
The Georgia Ethics Commission has subpoenaed extensive records from the Stacey Abrams's gubernatorial campaign.
Trump’s Meetup With the Royals Reminds Us He Wants to Be a King
The U.S. still lives in the British colonial past. Trump is evidence of that.