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Trump Fallout Now Has Washington Insiders Mulling House Democratic Takeover
It's still a long shot, but not a mere fantasy.
Meet Ajamu Baraka: Green VP Candidate Aims to Continue the Legacy of WEB Du Bois and Malcolm X
The Green Party's vice-presidential nominee Ajamu Baraka is a longtime human rights activist.
Why Did Clinton Just Tap a Pro-TPP, Pro-KXL, Pro-Fracking Politician to Head Her Transition Team?
Hillary Clinton has announced former Interior Secretary Ken Salazar as the head of her transition team.
Black Lives Matter Movement Resulted From Prosecutor Throwing George Zimmerman Case
This Black life, Trayvon Martin's, did not matter to George Zimmerman, nor law enforcement.
Fuera Trump: Choice Words for “The Donald” From Mexico City
Some predicted that Trump will win in November. Others called his campaign a joke, but not a funny one.
2016 From the Top Down: Trump Looms Over Down-Ticket Races
On the presidential end, the situation couldn't be more stark. Plus, Trump is having a definite effect on the Senate races.
Did Companies and Countries Buy State Department Access by Donating to Clinton Foundation?
Newly released State Department emails include exchanges between top members of the Clinton Foundation and Clinton's top State Department advisers.
Don’t “Get Over It,” Harness It! An Open Letter to Bernie Supporters
We need our “secret weapon” — a way to turn anger into determination and bitterness into optimism.
“Stop the World, I Want to Get Off”: Trump and Authoritarianism
All over the globe, including here in the US, there is a resurgence of muscular authoritarian politics.
Beyond a Protest Party: What Will It Take for the Green Party to Start Winning?
To move beyond symbolism, the Green Party needs a strong infrastructure and a commitment to down-ticket elections.