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Mass Protests Decry Killings of 500 Activists Since Colombian Peace Accords
Solidarity marches were held in dozens of cities around the world, from Mexico City to Athens.
Wealthy Candidates Pay Their Own Way, But It’s Not an Easy Path to Victory
In Senate races, 21 candidates have already spent at least $10,000 of their own money on their campaigns.
Pressure on Pelosi Grows as More Than 100 House Democrats Back Trump Impeachment
Pelosi has thus far resisted pressure from the grassroots, her caucus and her leadership team to launch an inquiry.
Is the DNC Using Arbitrary Criteria to Exclude Mike Gravel From Debates?
Gravel has been excluded while other candidates who failed to reach donor thresholds will debate next week.
Mueller Should Have Subpoenaed Trump
An interrogation of Trump could have made a significant difference in the findings of the Mueller report.
Mueller’s Testimony Didn’t Herald Impeachment — But Don McGahn’s Might
The absent star of Wednesday’s hearings was Don McGahn, who was ordered by Trump to fire Mueller.
Half a Million Puerto Ricans Flood San Juan Demanding Resignation of Governor
The protest came a day after Rosselló addressed the Puerto Rican people, announcing he would not seek re-election.
How “Ricky Leaks” Sparked a Movement to Oust Puerto Rico’s Governor
Leaked documents revealed Rosselló had mocked victims of Hurricane Maria and joked about shooting the mayor of San Juan.
Tensions Between Iran, UK and US Spark Fears of War
Narges Bajoghli, professor of Middle East studies at Johns Hopkins University, discusses rising tensions with Iran.
Hundreds of Thousands to Protest as Puerto Rico Governor Refuses to Resign
This follows the publication of sexist and racist comments between Rosselló and his aides.