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Progressive Democrats Back Stimulus Bill, Despite Changes in Senate Version
Even with substantial changes in the Senate, the stimulus bill is still viewed positively by progressives in the House.
Bernie Sanders Says He Won’t Stop Fighting for $15 Wage Until It’s Passed
Eight Democratic senators voted against the proposal last week, drawing ire from progressives.
Biden Signs 2 Executive Orders on Gender Equality on International Women’s Day
The order will establish a Gender Policy Council and require a review of Trump-era changes to Title IX protections.
Press Sec Psaki: Trump Doesn’t Deserve Vaccine Credit After 500K COVID Deaths
The daily rate of new COVID-19 cases being reported has decreased by 67 percent since Biden assumed office.
AOC Slams Biden Administration Over Lowering COVID Stimulus Income Thresholds
"It’s a move that makes little-to-no political or economic sense," Ocasio-Cortez said of the compromise deal.
Despite Zero Support for Stimulus From GOP, Biden Caves In and Restricts Checks
The checks will now be phased out completely for individuals making $80,000. The previous ceiling was $100,000.
Sanders Is Making Excellent Use of His Power as Budget Committee Chair
After decades shouting truth in the wilderness of U.S. politics, Sanders is making the most of his chance.
Sanders’s Staff Talked to White House Nearly Every Day When Pushing for $15 Wage
Sen. Bernie Sanders and the White House are keeping in contact on key political moves, Politico finds.
If Biden Wants to Protect Troops, He Should Bring Them Home — Not Bomb Syria
Biden seems determined to continue the failed policies of his predecessors, regardless of their illegality.
Biden May Invoke Defense Production Act to Help Merck Produce New J&J Vaccine
Biden will announce a partnership between Johnson & Johnson and Merck to potentially double production of the vaccine.