Truthout
2024 Election
An Ethos of Compliance in the Democratic Party Made the Biden Debacle Possible
The lure of going along to get along with high-ranking officials is part of the party’s dominant political culture.
Sanders Pushes Harris to Pursue an Agenda That Prioritizes the Working Class
Sanders specifically calls for a permanent expansion of the child tax credit and an increased federal minimum wage.
Harris Has Expressed Being “Open” to Supreme Court Expansion
Experts believe reforms to the Supreme Court, including expansion, could restore public confidence in the institution.
Republicans Claim Harris Can’t Beat Trump — Don’t Believe Them
Trump thrived with the media spotlight on Biden's flailing campaign. If Harris is the nominee, he might not be so lucky.
Uncommitted Movement: Harris Must Speak Out Against Gaza Genocide
Harris could win back a wide swath of voters who broke with Biden over his support of Israel, activists said.
Trump Demands Changes for Debate, Prompting Claims He’s Afraid to Debate Harris
Trump also suggested that the Republican Party should be “reimbursed” due to Biden dropping out.
Joe Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race
Biden is the second president in US history to withdraw from the election as the presumptive nominee for his party.
The Staggering Nihilism of the GOP’s Climate Policy Was on Display This Week
The Republican Party platform unveiled this week says -- in all caps, of course -- that “We will DRILL, BABY, DRILL.”
Vice President Harris Tries to Rescue Campaign as Donors Drop Biden
Democrats are reportedly experiencing a campaign finance crisis, losing tens to hundreds of millions in pledged funds.
The 2024 Presidential Election May Slow Plans to Replace Lead Pipes
Debate over the EPA’s latest plan to minimize the risk of drinking lead-contaminated water is reaching a tipping point.