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What Trump Should Have Learned from His Aborted 2012 Presidential Run
Trump may have been a co-conspirator in Michael Cohen’s campaign finance crimes.
Right-Wing Funded Groups Battle New State Governors
Republicans are trying to undermine Democratic governors' moves on Medicaid, renewable energy and the minimum wage.
White Supremacists Are Infiltrating the GOP From the Ground Up
A new crop of white nationalists are joining the GOP on the sly.
Trump Knew It All, From the Beginning
Donald Trump's defenders have long argued he wasn't aware of the massive corruption. That excuse has blown away.
Russell Brand, Henry Giroux and Brad Evans on Fighting Fascism
The left must embrace education as a tool against fascism.
Trump Is Nervous. He Should Be.
For Donald Trump, the bad old days have only just begun.
Questioning US-Israel Ties Has Long Been Impermissible in Congress
House Democrats will vote on a resolution that is seen as a direct rebuke to Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Mueller Investigation Will Set a Precedent — Make It a Good One
Beyond Mueller, strong congressional action is necessary to disrupt the systems that created the Trump presidency.
In Condemning Ilhan Omar, Democrats Have Proved Her Right
The rush to reprimand Representative Omar highlights Democrats' close ties to pro-Israel groups and their money.
House Launches Wide-Ranging Investigation on Trump and Allies
We speak with Rep. Pramila Jayapal, who serves on the House Judiciary Committee.