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An Ill-advised Rant on the Nature of Arguments

Observations Caru - February 27, 2011 28

I reject your reality and substitute my own.

The Daily Planet—Sunday Edition, Vol. 8

News & Politics Chernynkaya - February 27, 2011 6

Today’s opinion and news from around US-opolis.

Montana tea party on crack … or something

News & Politics Haruko Haruhara - February 27, 2011 41

This year, riding a fervor of Tea Party "down with big government, down with Obama" rhetoric, a number of Tea Party candidates were elected...

The Destruction of Planned Parenthood

News & Politics ghostrider - February 26, 2011 5

The current attack on Planned Parenthood and what it means to the rights of women.

In the World of the Blind, We’re Often Led Off the Cliff

News & Politics Marion - February 26, 2011 134

I'm not the greatest fan of the BBC. There are loads of things about it which I hate. I'm not so enamoured of paying...

Invite For Collaboration, Part 3

News & Politics Truth - February 26, 2011 37

"Secrets From Beyond The Emerald Curtain" is an ongoing investigation into some inexplicable proceedings at the Huffington Post.

BudgetPOV: You are the Hand that Feeds You (and Your Family)

Activism 2ndClassCitizenPundit - February 26, 2011 48

BudgetPOV is a proposed series on making ends meet in these troubled times (especially since the “ends” seem to be hacked off and cauterized). This,...

The Daily Planet, Vol. 7

News & Politics Chernynkaya - February 26, 2011 58

Today’s opinion and news from around US-opolis.

Pessimism in the Age of Mass Manipulation and Plutocracy…

News & Politics Abbyrose86 - February 26, 2011 165

At what point is it acceptable to give up on our society? Why does our society insist that people must keep trying...

Glossolalia 101: Pseudo-con Math

News & Politics 2ndClassCitizenPundit - February 25, 2011 20

Glossolalia 101 is a series of articles discussing how pseudo-cons, neo-cons, and theo-cons (among others) use language to disguise, dominate, and obfuscate the issues. This...

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Trump Tells Bondi to Seek Release of Epstein Grand Jury Testimony

The attorney general plans to ask a court to release the papers. But even if the request succeeds, it would fall far short of critics’ demands to release all investigative materials. [...]

House Republicans Dangle Possible Vote on Epstein Files, After Voter Backlash

The House Rules Committee laid the groundwork for an eventual vote to call for release of the Epstein files, reflecting Republican uneasiness with the president’s refusal to divulge information from the investigation. [...]

A Timeline of What We Know About Trump and Epstein

Donald Trump was friendly for at least 15 years with Jeffrey Epstein, the multimillionaire financier and convicted sex offender who died in prison in 2019. [...]

Congress Approves Trump Clawback of Foreign Aid and Funds for NPR and PBS Stations

President Trump’s request to claw back $9 billion in congressionally approved spending passed despite objections from Republicans who said it abdicated the legislative branch’s power of the purse. [...]

Republicans in Congress Fret Over Handing Trump Spending Power, Then Vote to Do It

In voting for President Trump’s cancellation of $9 billion in spending they had already approved, Republicans in Congress showed they were willing to cede their power of the purse. [...]

‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Is Being Canceled by CBS

The show will end in May, the network said, calling it “a purely financial decision.” [...]

Fans React to Colbert ‘Late Show’ Cancellation With Puzzlement and Anger

Many questioned the timing of and motivation for the announcement, noting that Mr. Colbert hosted the most-watched show in late night television. [...]

Stephen Colbert Laments the End of ‘The Late Show’ on CBS

CBS “will be ending ‘The Late Show’ in May,” Colbert told his audience on Thursday. He kept the announcement brief and light. [...]

In the Trump Administration, Watchdogs Are Watching Their Backs

The president has fired or demoted over 20 inspectors general since he took office. Employees say they are demoralized and reluctant to pursue investigations that could prompt political blowback. [...]

Justice Dept. Asks California Sheriffs for Names of Undocumented Inmates

An A.C.L.U. lawyer said it was possible that any sheriff who complied with the request could be in violation of California’s so-called sanctuary state law. [...]

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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Trump orders officials to 'produce' more Epstein documents after mounting pressure

Trump's supporters and opponents alike have demanded more disclosures related to the disgraced financier. [...]

'Reserved in the womb' and sold for £500: Police bust baby trafficking ring

Police uncover an international baby trafficking syndicate which sold at least 25 infants in Singapore. [...]

Germany's Merz tells BBC Europe was free-riding on US

Merz was visiting the UK to boost defence ties with Germany, as part of a historic friendship treaty. [...]

Israel says it regrets deadly strike on Catholic Church in Gaza

PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Thursday's strike on the Holy Family Church in Gaza City was a "mistake". [...]

White House says Trump diagnosed with vein condition after questions about bruises

The president's press secretary says bruising on his hands is consistent with damage from frequent handshakes while taking aspirin. [...]

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026

The network called it a financial decision tied to the "challenging backdrop in late night" television. [...]

Almost 600 killed in south Syria violence, monitoring group says

The Syrian Observatory of Human Rights (SOHR) documented a significant outbreak of brutality in the killings that gripped Suweida province. [...]

Man who jumped from edge of space dies paragliding

The 56-year-old daredevil skydiver and helicopter pilot lost control of his paraglider in Italy. [...]

Tomorrowland organisers plan to build new stage after fire destroys original

Tens of thousands of campers arrive at the Belgium site as festival managers focus on "finding solutions". [...]

Burkina Faso military rulers scrap electoral commission, taking control of future polls

The authorities said the body was a waste of money - the junta leader is set to stay in power for four years. [...]

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An Ill-advised Rant on the Nature of Arguments

The Daily Planet—Sunday Edition, Vol. 8

Montana tea party on crack … or something

The Destruction of Planned Parenthood

In the World of the Blind, We’re Often Led Off the Cliff

Invite For Collaboration, Part 3

BudgetPOV: You are the Hand that Feeds You (and Your Family)

The Daily Planet, Vol. 7

Pessimism in the Age of Mass Manipulation and Plutocracy…

Glossolalia 101: Pseudo-con Math

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