Tag: politics
Why Both Clinton & Trump Are Corrupt
On the surface is partisanship loaded heavily with lies; underneath is the reality of America’s aristocracy controlling, now, both of the two political Parties.
Elizabeth Warren Calls for President to Replace SEC Chair
Sen. Elizabeth Warren wrote a letter to President Obama urging the replacement of Mary Jo White as chairwoman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Anti-Empire Report #145
“Can it be imagined that an American president would openly implore the nation’s young people to fight a foreign war to defend ‘capitalism’?”
Last Night: Lies, Price Gouging, a Howler and Deplorables
The news isn’t good but our critic is awarding more orchids than onions this cycle.
New Mexico House Votes to Reinstate the Death Penalty
This Republican-sponsored House Bill would authoriz the death penalty in cases involving the murder of a child or law enforcement officer.
21st Century Amerika, A Reality Show
“As our cities and towns crumble, literally and financially, we are ready to anoint one of these two predators as the new stooge of empire.”
Manifesting the Worst Old Norms
“Leave Trump to his own devices. Let his poor values wither on his patriarchal bully vine.”
Trump: Soundly Defeated, Humiliated; He and His Supporters Remain Unfazed
“How can so many millions of Americans not see that this guy is like a time bomb ready to explode at any time, whenever someone dares to confront or criticize him?”
An Open Letter to the People of the United States: Election...
“Is our destiny in our own hands? Only if we have enough people of courage to accept responsibility for it. Are you one of them?”
Your Rights and Our Election
“Re-elect McConnell and his ilk, vote in Donald Trump, and watch what happens to your rights.”
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The Fourth Amendment is Not for Sale Act and the battle against government spying
The FANFSA, passed with a 219-199 vote, garnered support from both sides of the aisle, with 96 Democrats and 123 Republicans backing the bill.
Progressive International unveils database exposing global right-wing network threatening democracies
This database, which results from a year of meticulous research, exposes the mechanisms through which these forces erode democratic norms and foster geopolitical instability.
20 percent of common produce carry unhealthy levels of pesticides new report says
Of the 59 common produce items evaluated, popular produce like strawberries, green beans and potatoes posed the highest risks.
US diplomacy thwarts Palestinian UN membership amid claims of supporting statehood leaked cable shows
This diplomatic maneuvering seeks to avoid a U.S. veto, which would publicly align the country against Palestinian self-determination.
GOP attorneys general petition against EPA’s use of civil rights law for environmental justice
The petition, if successful, could have dire consequences for communities living near industrial sites.