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Joan Walsh: Twisted Sister Punches Down

The Media Marion - June 20, 2011 29

The British have a great phrase for expressing the fact that someone is undergoing a particularly angering derangement syndrome. They simply say that someone...

A Message to Progressives: Lily Ledbetter’s What Democrats Are All About

The Media Marion - June 19, 2011 2

The kindergarten of spoiled, affluent children pretending to dabble in politics, otherwise known as Netroots Nation, hit a new low when the White...

….. on the “BitTorrent” issue…

The Media BlueStateMan - June 18, 2011 29

There is a great deal of consternation regarding the fact that a Senate Committee just passed the ‘Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act’. If signed...

Instead of Blaming the President, Why Not Learn Some English?

The Media Marion - June 15, 2011 53

OK, I wondered how long it would be before the media just couldn't resist the temptation to encourage the unthinking tranche of the...

Kanye West Doesn’t Care About White Women

The Media whatsthatsound - June 14, 2011 92

My presence is a present; kiss my ass! - Kanye West, "Monster" Kanye West has released the designed-to-be-controversial video for his single, "Monster", and it puts...

EXCLUSIVE: The Secret Palin Emails!

The Media AdLib - June 10, 2011 85

PlanetPOV exclusively presents some of the secret emails from Sarah Palin that she never wanted you to see!

What I Learned About Society From Costco

The Media AdLib - June 7, 2011 103

Every weekend, free samples of the American consumer society are offered at your local Costco...along with five layer dip and gummy vitamins.

Pontificating on Pundits

The Media ADONAI - June 5, 2011 8

I never wanted to be a pundit. ~Robert MacNeil Let's get this out of the way early. Almost all of us dislike punditry for various reasons....

The Bill Moyers Defecit

The Media AdLib - June 2, 2011 63

The loss of integrity in today's corporate journalism stands out in great contrast against the legacy of the remarkable Bill Moyers.

CNBC’s American Greed (or Learning ‘Alternative Practices’ )

The Media jkkFL - June 1, 2011 9

Then, I got curious. How the hell does anyone take advantage of someone who is, at least, intelligent enough to accumulate investment capital? What does it take to convince a "savvy" person to get sucked into a scam? Apparently, not a lot.

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Israel Strikes Gaza and Temporarily Halts Aid, Saying Hamas Broke Truce

Israel launched a wave of attacks on Gaza after accusing Palestinian militants of attacking its forces across cease-fire lines. Both sides say they are still committed to the truce. [...]

Far From Gaza, a Palestinian Enclave Thrives, Even as War Feels Near

Fifteen miles west of Manhattan, in Paterson, N.J., a community is directly, and often painfully, connected to a conflict half a world away. [...]

Where Does the Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Stand?

Unresolved issues and flare-ups of violence threaten to destabilize the fragile agreement. [...]

Colombia’s Leader Accuses U.S. of Murder, Prompting Trump to Halt Aid

President Gustavo Petro said a U.S. strike in the Caribbean had killed a fisherman. President Trump said he would cut aid and impose new tariffs on Colombian imports. [...]

Shell Detonated Over Interstate 5 During Marines Event, California Officials Say

The mishap, during an anniversary celebration for the Marine Corps attended by the vice president and defense secretary, underscores safety concerns that Gov. Gavin Newsom voiced before Saturday’s event at Camp Pendleton. [...]

U.S. Kills 3 on Boat Suspected of Smuggling Drugs for Colombian Rebels

It was the seventh known strike in President Trump’s military campaign of attacking, rather than arresting, those suspected of running drugs in the Caribbean. [...]

Louvre Robbers Take ‘Priceless’ French Jewels

The robbers employed a portable electric ladder to break into a second-floor wing of the Paris museum that holds the French crown jewels. [...]

Louvre Robbery: What Was Stolen

The stolen items include glittering royal tiaras, necklaces and earrings. [...]

Santos Thanks Trump During TV Appearances After His Release From Prison

Mr. Santos, the disgraced congressman from Long Island, lashed out at the warden of the prison where he had been held and suggested he was now free to get Botox. [...]

It’s 2025, and Democrats Are Still Running Against Trump

In New Jersey, Virginia and beyond, voters have been inundated with ads linking Republican candidates to the president. Some Democratic strategists see a missed opportunity to forge a more positive message. [...]

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 dead after cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea

The Emirates flight hit a vehicle on the ground as it landed at the international airport. [...]

Israel says it will return to ceasefire after Gaza strikes

Israel and Hamas accused one another of breaching the deal, which came into force on 10 October. [...]

'Priceless' jewels stolen in raid on Louvre Museum in Paris

A masked gang targeted France's crown jewels during a brazen daylight raid. [...]

Giuffre thought she might 'die a sex slave' at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals

The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday. [...]

Tel Aviv derby called off by police after 'violent riots'

The derby between Maccabi and Hapoel is cancelled before kick-off after police say "smoke grenades and pyrotechnic devices were thrown". [...]

Artillery shrapnel hits vehicles on California highway during Marines celebration

California Governor Gavin Newsom had shut down the freeway, even though White House officials said it was safe. [...]

India sparkles as millions celebrate Diwali festival

Known as the festival of lights, Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil. [...]

China's economic growth slows as trade tensions with US flare up

Beijing has avoided any sharp downturn but faces economic challenges including the US' tariffs. [...]

Taliban and Pakistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes

Both sides claim to have inflicted heavy casualties in cross-border clashes which began last week. [...]

Ex-Kenyan leader Raila Odinga buried after days of memorial events

The long-time opposition leader died aged 80 in India, where he had been receiving medical treatment. [...]

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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