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Federal Appeals Court Rules Trump Can Be Sued for Unconstitutional Profiteering
The court reinstated a lawsuit challenging Trump's violation of the emoluments clause of the Constitution.
Progressives, 2020 Contenders Demand Kavanaugh Impeachment
New details have surfaced about sexual assault allegations against the judge.
Henry A. Giroux on How Populism Aids Fascism
In this interview, Henry A. Giroux argues against both right and left populism.
Jim Crow Steals Election in North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District
Racist voter suppression easily accounts for the supposed GOP margin of victory.
The South Could Flip the Senate
Flipping these seats will not come easy for Democrats -- but it's possible.
Israel Was Caught Spying on Capitol Hill Cellphones and Trump Was Fine With It
When the FBI's warning to the administration resulted in no action, it had no other option but to turn to the press.
Biden’s “Best Night” Was Pretty Damn Bad
Biden’s previous performances set the bar lower than whale feces at the bottom of the sea. Thursday wasn't much better.
Republican Lawmakers Across the Country Rebel Against Democracy
If conservatives can't win at the ballot box, they won’t abandon conservatism -- they will abandon democracy.
Wall Street Billionaires Set to Mingle With Mike Pence at Financial Conference
The conference gathers profiteers tied to some of the gravest problems humanity faces today.
Another Crowded Democratic Debate, Another Chance to Gloss Over the Issues
Key issues will get short shrift in this debate -- but the dynamics between candidates will be worth watching.