Monday, November 9, 2026

The unbearable dishonesty of Brett Kavanaugh

Kavanaugh’s choice to lie about things that are easily disproved speaks to a kind of hubris that’s fitting to someone of his pedigree.

Democracy in America Is a Useful Fiction

The civic, patriotic and political language we use to describe ourselves remains unchanged. But the America we celebrate is an illusion.

Third-party progressives can win, but they must convince the public

More major party failure could boost the popular appeal of an independent left that seriously competes for power from the bottom up.
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Democrats talk healthcare, foreign policy, impeachment & more at 4th presidential candidate debate

Twelve candidates took to the stage for the fourth round of the Democratic presidential debate in Westerville, Ohio, Tuesday to spar over...

Bernie urges FDA to swiftly resolve drug recall

"We also believe that FDA’s responsibility to American patients includes a responsibility to be transparent when possible, a commitment that has not been fulfilled in this case.”
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Trump’s 30 broken promises

Trump voters: Two years in, here’s an updated list of Trump’s 30 biggest broken promises.

Democratic presidential candidates face 7 hours of tough questions on climate change, from fracking...

“Climate is not a separate issue. It is the lens through which we must do everything.”

World’s biggest coal company closes 37 mines as solar prices plummet

India's energy market is undergoing a rapid transformation as it moves away from fossil fuels.
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Obama Vows to Appoint Scalia’s Replacement Despite GOP Demands

President Obama has pledged to nominated a new SCOTUS justice, despite the GOP's demands and threats.

ICE quietly resumes vehicle stops after deadly shootings, with leaked email imposing new restrictions

"ERO law enforcement officers are authorized to conduct vehicle stops," the email said, adding that officers "must continue to coordinate with their immediate supervisors regarding any enforcement activities."