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$1.4 Trillion Spending Bill Will Boost War Budget and Fund Trump’s Wall
Despite opposition from progressive leaders, the spending package easily passed the House on Tuesday.
The Real Shadow Policy of the Trump Administration Is Racist Extremism
Trump’s racist policies have harmed millions and threaten even more insidious shifts in the future.
Joe Biden’s Campaign Co-Chair Is a Big Oil and Gas Booster
Rep. Cedric Richmond has one of the most fossil fuel industry-friendly voting records of all Democrats in Congress.
Georgia’s History of Voter Suppression Shows Other States What Not to Do
Georgia was the first state to hand management of its elections over to a partisan, private company.
Democrats Should Go After Trump’s Full Corruption, Not Just Ukraine
Ralph Nader says the articles of impeachment against Trump are “far too narrow and perilous.”
After Impeachment and Acquittal, Expect a Vicious Republican Counterattack
Republicans don't even pretend to care about laws or norms now.
Leading Among People of Color and Younger Voters, Sanders Right Behind Biden
A new survey shows the Vermont senator trailing the former vice president by just two points.
Impeachment Could Prevent Trump From Attempting Election Fraud in 2020
Anyone who thinks Trump plans to have a fair race against the Democratic nominee hasn't been paying attention.
How Corporate PAC Money Gets to Democratic Challengers Who Say They Reject It
Corporate PACs are indirectly funneling money to some Democrats through Leadership PACs.
Six Ways for Election Officials to Prepare for High Voter Turnout in 2020
From early voting to streamlined registration, there are clear steps that will help shorten lines on Election Day.