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Donald Trump Is Not the Enemy We Prepared For
Trump and his backers don't simply want to reverse the train of social progress; they want to throw it off the tracks.

Can Democrats Really Block a Trump Appointment?
Republicans are eager to jam Trump's appointments through before Democrats can block any nominations, but do Democrats even have the power or the votes to do it?

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What Is a Country For? Fighting for the Good Life in Trumplandia
As we fight against an administration of generals and billionaires, we should also be fighting for a country where we are free to express ourselves.

Trump as Commander in Chief: Testing the Limits of Civilian Control?
The Trump presidency promises to be a crucible that will test the limits and lengths of civilian control in this country as never before.

“Unprecedented” Polar Melting Unfolds as Climate Disruption Denial Goes Wild
Early January saw colder temperatures in Seattle than at the North Pole but the climate science denial goes on.

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Donald Trump and His Cabinet of Criminals
Corruption in high places is hardly a new story in this country, yet Donald Trump seems determined to take corruption to a new level.

Senate to Begin Confirmation Hearings for Wealthiest Cabinet in US History Despite Lack of Vetting
A barrage of Senate confirmation hearings is set to begin Tuesday.

Anti-Fracking Movement Alarmed at Trump’s Focus on Fossil Fuels
For the fracking industry, good times will return when Trump is sworn in.

Labor Opponents Already Have the Next “Friedrichs” SCOTUS Case Ready to Go Under Trump
The Supreme Court gave unions an unexpected victory last year, but that win may be short-lived.

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Children Starve as US-Backed Coalition Violates Human Rights in Yemen
Yemen's civilians have borne the brunt of the Saudi-led coalition airstrikes backed by the UK and US.