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Sorry, I Can’t Give Trump a Chance
Our democracy is too important to play nice with a man who campaigned on undermining it.
How to Do Away With the Electoral College System (Short of a Constitutional Amendment)
The United States is the only major democracy in the world to elect its president by a mechanism other than the popular vote.
Syrian Refugees Say if Western Countries Close Their Borders, It “Would Be Better to Die”
Over the course of his campaign, Trump has incorrectly accused Syrian refugees of carrying out violent attacks in the US.
Resisting Trump: What’s Next for the Immigrant Rights Movement
Immigrant rights activists are digging in their heels for a hard fight, including reforms at state and local levels.
Reince Priebus Promotion Another Big Win for the Koch Caucus
Donald Trump chose Republican National Committee Chair Reince Priebus as his chief of staff.
Pentagon Pick Could Have Deep Influence on Trump
Many look for clues as to what Trump intends when he names his choice to lead the Department of Defense.
Bernie Sanders Calls for Trump to Ax Bannon; Urges New Administration to Reject Racism, Sexism and Homophobia
Sen. Bernie Sanders gave his first major address since the election on Tuesday.
Standing Rock Sioux Elder: “We Have an Obligation to Protect All of America”
“We symbolize the struggle of every community in America about the lack of water, about contaminated water.”
The Worst Problem in US Politics? Irrationality
Unfortunately, this election cycle shows how effective it can be to appeal to human irrationality.
Why We Must Fight for the Security of 43 Million Immigrants
This is our fight, a fight for the security of the over 43 million American immigrants, documented or otherwise.