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The Cartoon Hillbilly
It's the latest Republican folk hero - a cartoon hillbilly who hates the government!
For US Mothers, Conservative Policies Can Be Deadly
For much of the last decade, maternal mortality rates have declined globally. But in the United States, they have consistently increased and are now at one of the highest …
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Entitlements and the Surfer Dude
This article explores the question of whether Jason Greenslate or any surfer deserves SNAP (food stamps) and other assistance from our government. The author gives a compelling argument …
Wisconsin Federal Court Decision Could Mark Beginning of End for GOP Photo ID Restrictions
This week's federal court decision to strike down Wisconsin's polling place Photo ID law has national significance and does not bode well for Republicans.
Realistic Solution to End Voter Lines and Intimidation
The US Supreme Court decision that gutted much of the enforcement power of the Voting Rights Act opened up a Pandora's box of Republican energy to hinder people's ability …
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Cliven Bundy’s Window Into the War on the Poor
Republicans were quick to distance themselves from the Nevada rancher after his remarks about slavery, but he points to a deeper issue with conservative policy.
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William Rivers Pitt | Cliven Bundy: Clown Car or Trojan Horse?
Mr. Bundy was a Trojan Horse filled with Koch Industries drilling equipment - until he blew it.
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Cliven Bundy, Donald Sterling, and the Reality of Racism
It would be easy to attack the offensive comments made by Cliven Bundy and Donald Sterling over the past few days, but their comments reflect a dominant train of …
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The Racists Among Us
Let's not pretend that deadbeat rancher Cliven Bundy and basketball team owner Donald Sterling are the last two racists in America. They have company.
Arkansas Judge Declares Republican Photo ID Restriction Law Unconstitutional, ‘Null and Void’
Given the very clear and straightforward language of the state Constitution, this seems to have been a very easy case. Republicans, however, are reportedly preparing to appeal the ruling.