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The Demise of Democracy Under Trump Proves the Frankfurt School Right
It warned that the structures integral to democracy, such as a free press, could end up destroying the system.
Why Did Republicans Storm a Closed Impeachment Hearing?
The Republican congressmembers' bizarre breach of protocol lasted five hours.
Jared Kushner’s Company Accused of Violations Over Rodent-Infested Buildings
Maryland's attorney general says Jared Kushner's company used “deceptive practices” and cheated tenants.
House Democrats Demand Action Against Republicans Who Mobbed Impeachment Hearing
Dozens of Republicans barged into a closed-door impeachment hearing yesterday.
Don’t Let the Imperialist Establishment Set the Terms of Impeachment
Impeaching Trump isn't enough; we must also set our sights on dethroning the entire imperial establishment.
Mitch McConnell Is Out of Excuses and the Whole World Is Watching
After Taylor’s damning testimony, the clock is running on McConnell and Senate Republicans.
Shocking Testimony From Diplomat Shows Trump Demanded Quid Pro Quo
The testimony puts Republicans, who have been defending Trump, in a bind.
Sanders Vows to End Prosecution of Whistleblowers Under Espionage Act
Edward Snowden, who was charged with Espionage Act violations, tweeted a simple response to Sanders's pledge: “Whoa.”
Trump Threatens to Reveal Whistleblower’s Identity
Yesterday, Trump attacked the whistleblower whose complaint sparked the impeachment inquiry. Today, depositions resume.
Outrage Erupts After Trump Calls Impeachment Inquiry “a Lynching”
The world's most powerful racist is pretending to be a victim of oppressive violence.