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Separated at Birth…Or the GOP Lineup Revealed?

News & Politics BlueStateMan - August 20, 2011 5

Coincidence? I think NOT! YOU DECIDE!!! Enjoy!

The Daily Planet, Vol. 135

News & Politics Chernynkaya - August 19, 2011 16

News and opinion from around US-opolis for Friday, August 19, 2011

Ladies and Gents: The Real Ron Paul

News & Politics BlueStateMan - August 18, 2011 15

Ron Paul isn't just a fanatic Ayn Rand devotee like the son he claims he didn't name after her... in fact, that is the least of his shortcomings.

Rick Perry – A Blind Preacher For The Pin-Eyed Congregation

News & Politics ADONAI - August 17, 2011 6

The air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we inhabit are not only critical elements in the quality of life we...

Ladies and Gentlemen, The Real Rick Santorum

News & Politics BlueStateMan - August 17, 2011 9

Let's just let these facts speak for themselves... more to come. First, a few gems from the man who wants access to "the button"; “I have...

Bill Maher Eats His Foot

News & Politics Marion - August 17, 2011 16

This morning, I kicked a foul-mouthed woman off my Facebook page. She was a totally unreconstructed PUMA, who posted this article from the UK...

AOL HP’s New Logo inspired by bito’s Time Out for OT Post

Huffington Post KQµårk 死神 - August 16, 2011 18

AdLib should remember this background graphic.

What I remember most from my last night on Earth

News & Politics Haruko Haruhara - August 16, 2011 10

When I was 9 I became seriously ill with a very severe case of bronchitis that wouldn’t respond to antibiotics. I developed an extremely high...

Romney or Perry – Pick Your Poison

News & Politics AdLib - August 15, 2011 119

Would you rather be pushed off into the sea on an ice floe or hit by a train? This is not so much a literal choice of ways to die as it is a figurative choice for voters in electing either Mitt Romney or Rick Perry.

The Daily Planet, Vol. 132

News & Politics Chernynkaya - August 15, 2011 12

News and opinion from around US-opolis for Monday, August 15, 2011

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Trump, Long Erratic on the World Stage, Reaches a New Level

Whether because of his increasingly mercurial approach or despite it, President Trump has won some foreign policy victories in his second term. The question now is whether he can build on his record. [...]

Trump Leans Into Showmanship on Day 1 of His Asia Trip

President Trump presided over several deals during his first day of a nearly weeklong trip. Buried in the details are Washington’s plans to contain China. [...]

Trump and Xi Could ‘Consummate’ TikTok Deal This Week, Bessent Says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on “Face the Nation” on Sunday that China and the United States had reached “a final deal on TikTok,” but offered few details. [...]

‘No Idea How Long People Can Hold Out’: Federal Workers Feel Brunt of Shutdown

As more than one million government employees go without pay, many are turning to side jobs and food banks to make ends meet. [...]

Food Banks in U.S. Brace for Surging Demand as SNAP Aid Cutoff Looms

Growing need and decreased resources are squeezing the charitable food system beyond its capacity, leaders say. [...]

Suspects in Louvre Jewelry Heist Arrested, French Authorities Say

Thieves stole over $100 million in jewelry from the Paris museum. It is unclear how many people were arrested, but one man was caught while trying to leave France. [...]

A Break-In That Shook France

The robbery at the Louvre left behind more than broken glass. It battered the pride of a nation that is increasingly glum about itself and its direction. [...]

As the Left’s Biggest Stars Unite Behind Mamdani, a Bigger Test Awaits

Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will join Zohran Mamdani on Sunday to help push his bid to win the Nov. 4 election for mayor of New York City. [...]

Can Cuomo Sway Trump Voters Away From Sliwa in the NYC Mayor’s Race?

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, a Democrat running on a third-party line, has appeared repeatedly on Staten Island and shifted his messaging in ways that seem designed to court Republican voters. [...]

Is That Pumpkin Seaworthy? No Promises.

In Maine, a pumpkin regatta is fighting dry summers and rising costs. (Its boats are mostly fighting to stay afloat.) [...]

How Kyrsten Sinema's decision makes Democrats' 2024 Senate map tighter

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema decided to shake up the political world on Friday by becoming an independent. The former Democrat is still caucusing with the party in the Senate, so the Democratic caucus still has 51 members. Now, instead of 49 Democrats and two independents within their ranks, the caucus has 48 Democrats and three independents. [...]

Meet the woman steering Biden's bipartisan winning streak on Capitol Hill

The Biden administration managed to rack up a long list of major legislative wins in its first two years despite facing one of the most closely-divided Congresses in history. From bipartisan action on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marriage to party-line bills tackling climate change and expanding health care coverage, it's a record President Joe Biden and Democrats on the ballot were all eager to tout on the campaign trail during the midterms. [...]

CNN Political Briefing

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by David Chalian. [...]

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics. [...]

Margins of Error

Look closely at almost anything and you'll find data—lots of it. But what are those numbers really saying about who we are and what we believe? Harry Enten is on a mission to find out. [...]

The notable legal clouds that continue to hang over Donald Trump

All eyes are on former President Donald Trump, who has launched another White House bid. [...]

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act

Let's start with the positive: Republicans and Democrats are coming together to protect same-sex marriage from the Supreme Court. [...]

Everything you need to know about Biden's student loan forgiveness program

President Joe Biden's federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, is on hold indefinitely as legal challenges work their way through the courts. [...]

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Two arrested over theft of jewels at Louvre museum in Paris

Four thieves broke into the world's most-visited museum in broad daylight, stealing eight items worth €88m (£76m; $102m). [...]

Trump presides over Thai-Cambodia 'peace deal' - but what does it mean?

Trump calls it historic, Thailand only calls is "a pathway to peace", but all sides hope the agreement will stick. [...]

US and China agree framework of trade deal ahead of Trump-Xi meeting

US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs. [...]

Harris 'concerned' she did not ask Biden to quit race

The former vice-president tells the BBC she is not sure whether it was “grace or recklessness” that stopped her speaking up. [...]

Hurricane Melissa strengthens as it barrels towards Jamaica

The rare highest-strength storm is set to hit Jamaica by Tuesday, having already caused two deaths in Haiti. [...]

Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile

The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range - though Western experts have questioned its value. [...]

Rebel group claims capture of key city in Sudan

The fall of el-Fasher would cement the RSF's control of the west and reinforces a de facto split in the nation. [...]

Georgia arrests three for trying to illegally buy 2kg of uranium

Three Chinese nationals face prison time for attempting to purchase $400,000 of nuclear material. [...]

Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, officials say

At least 32 others were injured in the attack, including six children, the city's mayor says. [...]

Women welcome arrest of charity boss identified in BBC sex-for-aid investigation

Syrian refugees in Turkey allege they were taken advantage of when they were desperate for help. [...]

Vox Populi – 10-24-2025

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Vox Populi, our weekly live chat about the week's events begins tonight at 7:00 pm PT. Hope to see you then! AdLib3 hours ago Hey PPO! AdLiban...

The 2nd No Kings Protest – 10-18-2025

News & Politics AdLib - October 18, 2025 0

It was quite energizing to be among thousands of my neighbors in this city who reflect how informed, creative, and principled they are. It was a real antidote to the ignorance, bigotry, and hateful cruelty that oozes every day from Trump and his MAGA cultists.

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