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Rashida Tlaib Says That Support Is Growing in Congress for Palestinian Rights
Tlaib also said the pandemic underscores how Israel's “occupation threatens the lives and well-being of Palestinians.”
Dozens of Democrats Urge Biden to Immediately Shut Down Dakota Access Pipeline
Indigenous tribes and environmentalists argue that the Dakota Access pipeline is operating unlawfully.
No, Mitch McConnell, the Filibuster Isn’t Necessary to Protect Democracy
McConnell's defense of the filibuster is meant to convince the public that doom will follow any attempt at change.
Schumer Digs Up Obscure Budget Rule That Could Allow Dems to Bypass Filibuster
The unearthed loophole may provide a path to more Democratic legislative wins -- if the Senate Parliamentarian agrees.
More Than 50 House Democrats Call on Biden to Fire Postal Board
Lawmakers accused the board of complicity with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's sabotage of the mail service.
GOP-Run States Saw Higher COVID Death Rates, Study Shows
Republican governors' partisan actions may have “influenced the spread of the virus,” one of the study's authors said.
Ambassador Post for Rahm Emanuel Would Signal Hostile Approach to Grassroots
The story of Emanuel's three-decade career in politics is an epic tale of methodical contempt for progressive values.
Biden Prepares to Introduce Massive Infrastructure Plan
Biden’s infrastructure relief package will likely be met with mixed reactions from both sides of the aisle.
Progressive Takeover of Nevada Democratic Party Leads to Mass Exodus of Staff
Organizers from Bernie Sanders's presidential campaigns have continued the work of activating new voters in Nevada.
Joe Manchin Signals He Is Open to Filibuster Reform
Democrats would need 50 senators plus a tie-breaking vote from the vice president to alter the filibuster.