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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...

Ireland: Election 2011

News & Politics Caru - February 25, 2011 28

Today, I'm writing because there is a general election taking place in my country. The most important election since the foundation of the state, it's been said.

The Daily Planet, Vol. 6

News & Politics Chernynkaya - February 25, 2011 45

Hello! Here is a roundup of some of the most interesting items from a very few of my favorite sites. I hope you find...

“The American Dream…a Cautionary Tale”

News & Politics Abbyrose86 - February 25, 2011 77

Once Upon a time, the American dream for most American’s was to buy a piece of land and erect a house to provide shelter...

UNEMPLOYMENT…is STILL an issue!

News & Politics Abbyrose86 - February 25, 2011 59

Today the topic of unemployment is foremost in the minds of many. With the highest unemployment rate in decades and the worst economic situation...

The Daily Planet, Vol. 5

News & Politics Chernynkaya - February 24, 2011 18

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

Doing Business – The Right Way (Part 10)

Business Corner PocketWatch - February 24, 2011 8

What do you want... really? What is a reasonable Net Profit Margin? A Rational Incentive Plan for Employees... "cost-free"

The Kochroaches Emerge from the Woodwork

News & Politics Marion - February 24, 2011 182

Being five hours ahead and one day behind, by the time I'd heard about Governor Scott Walker's monumental punking yesterday afternoon, the event was...

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Trump’s Tariffs and Push Against Limits Face Election and Court Tests

President Trump has a lot riding on the results of Tuesday’s elections, his tariffs case at the Supreme Court and the future of the government shutdown. [...]

The Battle Over an Activist Who Protested Stephen Miller Near His Virginia Home

Criminal inquiries pit the Miller family’s safety concerns against the First Amendment rights of an activist in Northern Virginia critical of the administration. [...]

Houses of Worship Struggle to Feed New Yorkers During SNAP Stalemate

In New York City, there are about 600 food pantries scattered across the five boroughs and at least 90 percent are run by either a religious organization or a nonprofit connected to a place of worship. [...]

How New York’s Mayoral Race Became a Vote on the Middle East

Many New Yorkers have been agonizing over the war between Israel and Hamas since Oct. 7, 2023. Now they are casting their ballots. [...]

What the Virginia Governor Election Might Portend for Trump

The governor’s race in the president’s backyard could tell us if a backlash has arrived. [...]

Jack Smith, Trump’s Target, Moves From Defense to Counterattack

The former special counsel has told people in his orbit he welcomes the opportunity to present the public case against the president denied to him by adverse court rulings and the 2024 election. [...]

Ford Foundation Leader Vows to Protect Elections and Law as Trump Threatens Crackdown

Heather K. Gerken, a voting rights scholar and former dean of Yale Law School, plans to intensify its emphasis on democracy as it girds for attacks from the Trump administration. [...]

John Irving Talks About ‘Queen Esther,’ Trump and Why He Can’t Stop Writing

The literary titan is still publishing books, and still pushing envelopes, at 83. But you will not see him in the United States anytime soon. [...]

After Hurricane Melissa, a Seaside Town in Jamaica Picks Up the Pieces

The devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa in Black River, Jamaica, reflects the broader destruction and rebuilding facing many Jamaican communities. [...]

With Acquisition, Kimberly-Clark Bets That Tylenol Can Weather the Storm

The consumer products giant reached a $40 billion deal to buy Kenvue, the maker of Tylenol, despite a barrage of unproven claims from President Trump and others that use of the pain reliever during pregnancy can cause autism. [...]

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 administration will tap emergency fund to pay partial food stamp benefits

The shutdown has deprived more than 40 million Americans of food assistance, known as Snap, since Saturday. [...]

China academic intimidation claim referred to counter-terrorism police

Sensitive research into alleged human rights abuses is alleged to have been shut down by Chinese agents. [...]

Agony for families as landslide death toll climbs in Uganda and Kenya

More than 40 people are known to have died since last week, according to officials. [...]

Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit'

A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree. [...]

Israeli military's ex-top lawyer arrested over leak of video allegedly showing Palestinian detainee abuse

Maj Gen Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi resigned on Friday, admitting leaking a video allegedly showing abuse of a Palestinian detainee. [...]

Worker dies after partial collapse of medieval tower in Rome

The man was trapped for several hours after part of the Torre dei Conti, on the edge of the Roman Forum, gave way. [...]

Three climbers dead and four missing after Nepal avalanche

A search is continuing in the Dolakha district for four foreigners who are feared dead. [...]

Oscar-nominated actress Diane Ladd dies at 89

"We were blessed to have her," said her daughter, actress Laura Dern. The two acted together in many films and the HBO show Enlightened. [...]

Guinea's coup leader enters presidential race

Col Mamadi Doumbouya has broken his promise to hand power to a civilian government. [...]

Jamaica's hurricane aftermath 'overwhelming', Sean Paul says

The Grammy-winning reggae singer says the storm was "very frightening, especially for my young kids". [...]

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

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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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