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Progressives Flock to Ed Markey’s Senate Campaign Despite Hawkish Record
Progressives can't expect Democrats to field candidates who support human rights when endorsing organizations unequivocally support candidates like Ed Markey whose foreign policy record is well to the right …
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Doctors Agree About the Medicinal Benefits of Pot, and More
In today's On the News segments: Democratic Senator Frank Lautenberg passed away; Walmart is raking in tons of corporate welfare; the Republican Party admits it is failing to connect …
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Too Juvenile to Govern
Eugene Robinson: Having demanded a budget for four years, Republicans are now refusing to let it go forward.
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Democratic Party’s Hopes May Hang on “Razor-Thin” Race in South Carolina
A win for Democrat Elizabeth Busch could ignite hopes that South Carolina Dems can compete with Republicans.
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Change
“A woman president would change everything.”
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Don’t Vent, Organize — And “Primary” a Democrat Near You
While Republicans are quick to challenge candidates, Progressives often let Democratic actions go unquestioned. Norman Solomon explains why.
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Another Government Is Necessary: The People Can Rule Better Than the Elites
On Earth Day, a new alternative government, the Green Shadow Cabinet, was announced. Its over 80 members are leaders in their fields, from medicine to art to activism, and …
The New American Confederacy
One definition for confederacy is: A group of people who have united for unlawful practices; a conspiracy.
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Cut Social Security and Veterans’ Benefits? Cut the Pentagon Instead
Just for example, cutting 11 percent of the F35 Joint Strike Fighter fleet would save as much money as President Obama proposes to save by whacking benefits for seniors, …
Could Democrats Be Rebranded As the “Anti-Social Security Party?“
As Obama attempts to cut social security, it may be time to for the Democratic Party to rethink their political ethics.