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The Most Unpopular Presidential Election Winner Ever Could Win Again in 2020
There is one polling prediction device that will be overlooked and misunderstood: approval ratings.
Don’t Accept the “New Normal” — Keep Outrage Alive
Despair is what Donald Trump is shopping for.
Koch Brothers Float Possibility of Backing Congressional Democrats in 2020
The Koch brothers have come into conflict with President Donald Trump.
Under Tariff Pressure From the US, Mexico Detains Migrant Activists
Supporters of the activists say Mexico is attempting to deter caravans and dissuade people from accompanying migrants.
Tens of Thousands Flood Streets in UK to Protest Trump
U.K. protesters rally against Trumpism, including attacks on women and marginalized people.
While Combating Trump, We Must Set Our Sights on Total Liberation
Cartoonist Nick Thorkelson discusses the life, career and theories of Herbert Marcuse.
Philosopher Herbert Marcuse on the Rise of Fascism in Europe
In this excerpt, Nick Thorkelson depicts the political upheaval of 1930s Europe and its effect on Herbert Marcuse.
Record Support for Green Party in EU Elections as Youth-Led Climate Strikes Grow
Luisa Neubauer, a youth climate activist and member of the German Green Party, discusses the party’s next steps.
Left and Far Right Parties Gain as Centrists Falter in EU Elections
Centrist parties lost dozens of seats while far right and Green candidates made significant strides.
After Attempted Voter Purge, Texas Secretary of State Resigns
The ill-fated tenure of Texas Secretary of State David Whitley officially came to end after months of controversy.