Why Bob Mueller is no Ken Starr
The legacy of the Starr investigation could still provide guidance to both the special counsel and the White House.
A president spinning out of control but, amazingly, remains in control of this government
Right now we have a massive hole in our government, we have a president spinning out of control, and there is nothing we can do about it.
Bernie, The Donald, and the Sins of Liberalism
An American Version of Class Struggle
Exclusive: 'Eco-Terrorist' Freed 10 Years Early After Feds Withhold Evidence on Informant's Role
In his first interview since his release, Eric McDavid, environmental activist who has just been released from prison 10 years early, discusses his release exclusively with Democracy Now! Watch it in its entirety here.
Trump Reigns as Unapologetic, Dark Lord of Misrule
Ultimately, hard times, polarity, and refusal to be a serious candidate informed Trump as Lord of Misrule.
Did DeSmog’s Coverage of Coal Baron Bob Murray v. Fracker Aubrey McClendon Lawsuit Lead...
DeSmogBlog has followed this case closely since Murray filed his initial complaint in August 2013, regularly checking the docket and saving copies of court documents sealed along the way. But is record sealing legal?
It Takes a Movement
In short, “the real world we’re living in” right now won’t allow fundamental change of the sort we need. It takes a movement.
Too many generals spoil the democracy
Trump’s push to “win” with warriors is a loss for America.
Federal Election Commission lays bare internal conflicts and challenges in letters to Congress
Trump has failed to nominate people to fill the FEC’s two empty commissioner positions.
Want true, wrenching, life-altering ‘grievances?’ Don’t look to right-wing base complaints
What social, ethnic, class or work group doesn’t have far more cause to feel disrespected, mistreated or exploited than Trump whiners?