Friday, May 15, 2026

Tag: GOP

Why did Trumpcare fail?

Trump could probably sell BS to a feedlot – but this bill was even worse.

The CFPB protects us from bad banks; Republicans want to kill...

The CFPB isn’t being targeted because it has failed. It has been targeted because it is succeeding. It must be defended at all costs.

A clueless dealmaker’s deal goes down

Now we know why Trump & Company are so hostile to truth based news – actual facts expose their lies, and ultimately sunk their health bill.

No, Paul, it wasn’t because of “growing pains”

America and the rest of the world must hold our collective breath, hoping that the next elections – the midterms of 2018 and then the presidential election of 2020 – set things right.

The GOP crusade against health care is class warfare

The GOP's attempt to destroy Obamacare was a raid by the filthy rich on the slim resources of the poorer neighborhoods.

Koch brothers to bribe GOP politicians to vote ‘no’ on health...

It seems the Koch brothers and their network are getting even bolder when it comes to showing their influence in politics.

How the left is using tea party tactics to take on...

It’s a way to take back state power for progressives, and turn the Democrats into a party capable of beating Trump’s agenda.

The GOP health bill is an assault on people of color

The health care overhaul will cut programs that help black and brown people, while providing tax cuts for the wealthy that would disproportionately help whites.

Former GOP congressional staffer follows revolving door, now latest Keystone XL...

It only took TransCanada roughly three weeks to hire a lobbyist tied to the Republican Party to advocate for Keystone XL.

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Popular sugar substitute erythritol damages blood-brain barrier, elevating stroke risk

A new study shows how erythritol, a zero-calorie sugar alternative, directly damages human cells that comprise the blood-brain barrier.

Nearly all plant-based meat alternatives Contain mycotoxins

The researchers found that 100 percent of the plant-based meat substitutes contained at least one of 19 different types of mycotoxins, often showing high "co-occurrence" (multiple toxins in a single product).

Waterboarding for dollars in Cuba

The CBS Sunday Morning program, “Next: Cuba?” which aired on April 26, presented a discussion of the recent intensification of sanctions on...

California officials accuse Trump administration of targeting blue states after Medicaid funding freeze

Federal officials cite fraud concerns while California leaders warn millions could lose access to critical healthcare and in-home support services.

Butter (and schools), not guns (and warfare)

The War Against Iran, Up Close and Personal (and All Too Far Away).