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The Economy Looks Grim for Workers, But Might Not Bring Recession
Sectors of the economy that have led past recessions are no longer large enough to do so.
Conservatives, the Far Right, Fascists and How We Defeat Them All
Calling out fascism alone won't defeat it. The left needs an anti-oppression strategy and popular social programs.
Trump Considering Slashing Medicare and Social Security as “Second-Term Project”
During his 2016 campaign, Trump vowed not to touch Social Security or Medicare if he became president.
Justice Department Admits It Emailed Judges a Link to a White Nationalist Site
The DOJ sent immigration court judges a link to a blog post that included racist and anti-Semitic slurs.
Trump Primary Challengers Would Face Big Money Problem
Each potential challenger to Trump would face a Republican establishment increasingly loyal to the president.
Trump Tried — and Failed — to Slash and Burn Foreign Aid Programs
For now, Congress has prevailed, but foreign aid spending remains firmly in Trump's crosshairs.
Trump’s Reinstatement of Indefinite Family Detention Could Kill People
At least 26 people have died after being held in immigration custody since Trump took office, including six children.
Amid Warnings of Recession, Trump Proposes More Tax Cuts for the Rich
The deficit is already higher this fiscal year than it was through all of last year.Â
Progressive Jews Hit Back After Trump’s Anti-Semitic Smear
Trump said Jewish Americans who vote for the Democratic Party are either ignorant or disloyal.
Trump Escalates War on Species as We Face an Extinction Emergency
Many species face extinction under proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act.