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The Daily Planet, Vol. 20

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News and opinion from around US-opolis.

Wisconsin and Learning from Our Mistakes

News & Politics Marion - March 10, 2011 244

Five hours ahead and one day behind, I went to bed last night, having just watched Rachel Maddow begin her Tuesday broadcast by roundly proclaiming...

The Daily Planet, Vol.19

News & Politics Chernynkaya - March 10, 2011 54

News and opinion from around US-opolis.

The Daily Planet, Vol. 18

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News and opinion from around US-opolis.

“Not in My Backyard”

News & Politics Abbyrose86 - March 8, 2011 31

NIMBY....it is a concept that rears it's ugly head too often in the American social culture. While many will agree, in theory, certain things need...

The Daily Planet, Vol. 17

News & Politics Chernynkaya - March 8, 2011 22

News and opinion from around US-opolis.

A Little Truth About Business and Taxes

Activism PocketWatch - March 7, 2011 13

Here is a little ammunition and something to think about the next time you hear that raising taxes on "business" will stop them from hiring or squash their ability or willingness to invest or to upgrade their equipment or infrastructure.

A Brief History of Poetry

News & Politics ADONAI - March 7, 2011 80

Breathe-in experience, breathe-out poetry. Muriel Rukeyser Poetry, in a sense, is the art of making nothing mean something. Famed French poet and playwright, Jean Cocteau once...

Arianna’s Marie Antoinette Moment

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Boy, do I love it when frauds are exposed. I love it when people are exposed as users of other people in order to...

The Daily Planet, Vol. 16

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News and opinion from around US-opolis.

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Britain, Australia and Canada Recognize a Palestinian State

The announcements came on the eve of the annual gathering of the U.N. General Assembly, ramping up pressure on Israel and putting three allies at odds with the Trump administration. [...]

What Would Recognizing a Palestinian State Mean?

The announcements by Australia, Britain and Canada reflect frustration with Israel’s conduct in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, experts say. [...]

U.N. Gathers Amid Its 80th Anniversary and a ‘Free Fall’

The wars in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan will hang over the annual gathering of the U.N. General Assembly next week in New York. So, too, will budget and identity crises. [...]

Israel Keeps Border Crossing to Jordan Closed After Attack

The Allenby Bridge border crossing is the main gateway for Palestinians to leave the Israeli-occupied West Bank. [...]

In Assault on Free Speech, Trump Targets Speech He Hates

The president’s complaints about negative coverage undermine the rationales offered by his own officials. [...]

Trump Demands That Bondi Move ‘Now’ to Prosecute Foes

His demand came a day after he ousted the federal prosecutor who failed to charge two of his most-reviled adversaries, Letitia James and James B. Comey. [...]

Trump Justice Dept. Closed Investigation Into Tom Homan for Accepting Bag of Cash

Mr. Homan came under scrutiny after he was said to be recorded last year taking $50,000 in cash from undercover F.B.I. agents. [...]

Trump Is Expanding the National Guard’s Role. Some Former Generals Worry.

Responding to crises at home is part of the Guard’s mission. Helping crack down on crime in U.S. cities isn’t, say some former leaders, who fear this shift could hurt the force. [...]

For Erika Kirk, a Husband’s Life Cut Short by Violence He Seemed to Foresee

In an interview, the wife of the conservative activist Charlie Kirk said she had implored him to wear a bulletproof vest. But she sees divine work in his death. [...]

Political Violence Isn’t New. But Something About This Moment Is.

Charlie Kirk’s assassination fits into American history. How does it fit into our politics? [...]

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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Starmer confirms formal UK recognition of Palestinian state

Canada and Australia also announced the move on Sunday, with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu accusing leaders of giving a "huge reward to terrorism". [...]

Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge [...]

Heightened security as Americans gather for Kirk memorial

Donald Trump and JD Vance will be among the speakers at the event in Arizona. [...]

How Russian-funded fake news network aims to disrupt election in Europe - BBC investigation

An undercover reporter discovers a network is offering to pay for social media posts undermining Moldova’s ruling party. [...]

I spent $8,000 to get back to US after fears over Trump visa deadline

US officials later clarified current H-1B holders were unaffected but immigration lawyers already advised people to return. [...]

Heathrow warns of second day of disruption after cyber-attack

The issue affecting check-in and baggage systems caused hundreds of delays and cancellations on Saturday. [...]

California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

Law enforcement officials will also be required to identify themselves while conducting duties by both name and badge number. [...]

Bodies of three transgender people found in Pakistan

Police said the victims were shot dead by unidentified assailants in the southern city of Karachi. [...]

BBC's Steve Rosenberg attends 'Russia's answer to Eurovision'

Vietnam was among 23 countries competing in a glitzy Russian song contest, revived three years after Russia was banned from Eurovision. [...]

Dutch police clash with anti-immigration protesters

Around 1,500 people blocked a highway in The Hague while a police car was also set on fire. [...]

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