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Mitch McConnell

A person holds a candle during a candlelight vigil
Op-Ed
Politics & Elections

On Christmas, Let’s Reach for Hope in This Dark Winter

The deep darkness on this Christmas Day is caused by far more than an annual celestial exercise.
by
William Rivers Pitt,
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December 25, 2020
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President Trump gives a thumbs up towards supporters as he departs Trump National Golf Club on December 13, 2020, in Sterling, Virginia.
News
Politics & Elections

Trump’s Biggest Opposition on $2,000 Stimulus Checks? His Own Party.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said Congress could “pass $2,000 checks this week if the Senate GOP agrees to stand down.”
by
Sharon Zhang,
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December 23, 2020
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From left: Sens. David Perdue, Pat Toomey, Ron Johnson and Mitch McConnell are all wealthy opponents of direct relief payments.
News Analysis
Politics & Elections

GOP Senator Worth $39 Million Was Biggest Opponent of the $600 Stimulus Checks

Much of the loudest opposition to the $600 check has come from senators who are personally worth tens of millions.
by
Sharon Zhang,
Truthout
December 22, 2020
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President Donald Trump in front of White House
Op-Ed
Politics & Elections

What Will Trump Attempt in His Last Days? We Must Prepare for Anything.

What Trump may do in his waning days is only unthinkable if you have not been paying attention.
by
William Rivers Pitt,
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December 22, 2020
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell arrives on Capitol Hill on December 20, 2020, in Washington, D.C.
News
Politics & Elections

Critics Blast $600 Stimulus Checks That Won’t Cover 1 Month’s Rent for Most

The $600 checks are half of what a coronavirus economic aid package offered most Americans earlier this year.
by
Chris Walker,
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December 21, 2020
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Trump looks like he's about to cry as he faces away from the seal of the President of the United States
Op-Ed
Politics & Elections

Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Neighbors Are Trying to Block His Return

When Trump returns to Mar-a-Lago, he may be turned away by neighbors citing rules against using clubs as a residence.
by
William Rivers Pitt,
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December 16, 2020
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks during a news conference with other Senate Republicans at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on December 15, 2020.
News
Politics & Elections

McConnell Acknowledges Biden’s Win, Tells GOP Senators Not to Contest It

McConnell’s recognition of Biden’s election victory comes several weeks after media outlets declared him the winner.
by
Chris Walker,
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December 15, 2020
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President-elect Joe Biden delivers remarks on the Electoral College certification at the Queen Theatre in Wilmington, Delaware, on December 14, 2020.
News
Politics & Elections

Biden: Trump Attempted to Invalidate 20 Million Votes in Four States

A number of Republicans — including Mitch McConnell — finally recognized Biden’s win after the Electoral College vote.
by
Chris Walker,
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December 15, 2020
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Members of the crowd hold signs reading MBTA riders deserve safe public transit and cheer during a rally
Op-Ed
Economy & Labor

Inadequate COVID Stimulus Is Pushing Cities and States to Make Draconian Cuts

As cities and states stare down a growing financial apocalypse, they have begun to slash vital public services.
by
Sasha Abramsky,
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December 15, 2020
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Jon Ossoff's name is refelcted in a woman's sunglasses
Op-Ed
Politics & Elections

Sick Leave. Housing Aid. Unemployment. Congress Has Our Lives in Its Hands.

Capitalism will win, of course; the question is how much more we the people will lose.
by
William Rivers Pitt,
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December 7, 2020
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