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Vox Populi – 2-10-2012

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The Daily Planet, Vol. 206

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News and opinion from around US-opolis for Friday, February 10, 2012

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News and opinion from around US-opolis for Thursday, February 9, 2012

The Daily Planet, Vol. 204

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Dear Readers: Yesterday I had a frustrating glitch just as I was ready to post. I lost all formatting—no links. Anyway, here are the items. I just hated to throw them all away, so if you want, here they are. You can access all the past editions of The Daily Planet on the green Category bar on the top of each page under the heading PlanetPOV.

The Daily Planet, Vol. 203

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News and opinion from around US-opolis for Monday, February 6, 2012

Weekend Music Thread – SoulTrain

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This weekend's music thread is a tribute to Don Cornelius, SoulTrain and the many artists that flourished after appearing on this landmark television show. Take your pick, Motown, R&B, Soul or Funk, or all of the above.

The Daily Planet, Vol. 202

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Yesterday's news today—Sorry for the delay! News and opinion from around US-opolis for Saturday, February 4, 2012

Vox Populi – 2-3-2012

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The Daily Planet, Vol. 201

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CHOCK FULL OF GOOD STUFF TODAY! News and opinion from around US-opolis Thursday, February 2, 2012

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News and opinion from around US-opolis for Wednesday, February 1, 2012

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How Zohran Mamdani Beat Back New York’s Elite and Was Elected Mayor

The 34-year-old assemblyman won the Democratic primary by defying the city’s all-powerful establishment. He secured the mayoralty by delicately disarming it. [...]

Mamdani is New York’s First Muslim and South Asian Mayor-Elect

Zohran Mamdani’s ascent was powered by a relentless focus on affordability. Along the way, he energized South Asian and Muslim communities that rarely receive sustained attention from politicians. [...]

The Democrats Just Took a Big Step Toward Getting Their Groove Back

Victories in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia and elsewhere were decisive, but new political tests loom for a party still rebuilding its brand. [...]

Spanberger Wins Virginia Governor’s Race With Forceful Anti-Trump Campaign

Abigail Spanberger, a former congresswoman and C.I.A. officer, will be the first woman to serve as governor of Virginia, following a streak of 74 men. [...]

UPS Plane Crash Near Louisville Airport Kills at Least 7, Officials Say

The plane crashed and exploded shortly after taking off from a Kentucky airport that hosts the delivery company’s main air cargo hub, forcing the airport to close. [...]

What We Know About the UPS Plane Crash in Louisville

Seven people were dead after the cargo plane crashed soon after takeoff. The authorities canceled flights from the airport in Louisville, Ky., and local residents were ordered to remain indoors. [...]

On Eve of Shutdown Record, Trump Officials Threaten Pain Could Worsen

President Trump and administration officials indicated the fallout could intensify in the coming days, even as he has kept himself at a remove from the crisis. [...]

Judge Expresses Alarm About ICE Detention Conditions in Broadview, Ill.

Several former detainees described tight quarters, a lack of sanitation and little access to lawyers at the Broadview, Ill., immigration detention facility. [...]

For Dick Cheney, a Journey From Champion of War to Voice of Resistance

Dick Cheney was to many the embodiment of the unpopular and bloody Iraq war. But his late-in-life anti-Trumpism changed his image for some of his longtime critics. [...]

Dick Cheney, Powerful Vice President and Washington Insider, Dies at 84

A former defense secretary and congressman, he held the nation’s No. 2 job under President George W. Bush and was an architect of policies in an era of war and economic change. [...]

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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'Mandate for change': Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayoral election

It is a historic moment as Mamdani also becomes the first South Asian and first Muslim to lead the city. [...]

At least seven people killed after UPS cargo plane crashes in Kentucky

At least 11 people were injured when the plane exploded during takeoff near Louisville International Airport. [...]

Dick Cheney's death a loss to the nation, says George W Bush

Cheney became one of the most powerful vice-presidents in US history under Bush, and was a key architect in his "war on terror". [...]

Israel identifies body returned by Hamas as Israeli-American soldier

Israeli-American soldier Itay Chen's remains were returned to Israel via the Red Cross in Gaza on Tuesday. [...]

France investigates Shein and Temu after sex doll scandal

Retailers Wish and AliExpress are also being investigated in relation to the offence of enabling minors to access pornographic content. [...]

Reddit added to Australia's social media ban on under-16s

The ban takes effect on 10 December and also includes Facebook, X, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. [...]

At least 10 killed in Bosnia nursing home fire

The blaze broke out on the seventh floor of the facility in the town of Tuzla, local media reported. [...]

Suspected drone sightings disrupt flights at Belgium airports

It is the latest in a string of suspected drone sightings causing disruptions at European airports. [...]

More than 60 dead as typhoon wreaks havoc in the Philippines

Hundreds of thousands fled their homes as one of the year's strongest typhoons ripped through the Philippines. [...]

Zelensky visits troops near embattled front line town of Pokrovsk

Fierce battles are taking place in the Donetsk town that Russia has been trying to occupy for over a year. [...]

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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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