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From the US With Love: US Commandos Are a “Persistent Presence” on Russia’s Doorstep
Over the last two decades, relations between the US and Russia have increasingly soured.
William Rivers Pitt | Mueller on the Move: What You Need to Know About Monday’s Indictments
This is only the beginning.
William Rivers Pitt | Stop Trying to Convince Trump Voters. Start Trying to Win
Democrats have a chance at new Senate seats in Alabama and Arizona.
Launching a “Down-Ballot Revolution” in Chicago
Amanda Weaver of Reclaim Chicago is working to recruit candidates for state and local office.
Neo-Nazis Target College Campuses in Recruitment Drive
Students on many campuses are actively resisting fascists.
Vast Majority of Republican Incumbents Are Facing Challengers
Challengers are generally vastly underfunded.
The Supreme Court Is the Only Institution in the US That Can Solve the Gerrymandering Problem
Courts are traditionally reluctant to resolve redistricting disputes.
FCC Enables Faster Media Consolidation as Pro-Trump Sinclair Group Seizes Even More Local Stations
Community residents no longer have a say in their local broadcast TV station, thanks to Tuesday's FCC decision.
Louisiana Hires Controversial Law Firm to Block Fix for Racist Judicial Elections
The voting system for judges in Louisiana's Terrebonne Parish is disenfranchising black voters.
Japan’s Vote for Abe Could Worsen Prospects for Peace With North Korea, China
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has won big.