Presidential candidates should telegraph VP favorites
We only elect twosomes to the White House. Why not learn sooner, not later, what that combo would look like? Frankly, I don’t see much downside – and distinct benefits.
Just 6% of US House seats expected to be competitive thanks to rigged maps
The vast majority of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives are becoming non-competitive.
Farmworkers Bill of Rights
Passage of the Farmworkers Fair Labor Practices, also being called the Farmworkers Bill of Rights, by the New York State Legislature at...
A historic new low, or, President Trump goes to the UN
Trump’s remarks would be considered inappropriate at a Model UN meeting, let alone in addressing the real thing.
Oscar Shoutouts Roundup
Several winners at last night's awards ceremony used their acceptance speeches to speak out on causes meaningful to them.
On Asia trip, Trump met by protests calling on US to open diplomatic relations...
Professor Bruce Cumings, who just returned from Seoul, South Korea, talks about Trump and how upon his arrival he was met with protests.
Democracy Spring Protests Bring Record Number of Arrests
Over 400 people have been arrested and it's only the first day.
Federal Court rules against Trump administration’s attempt to rollback Corporate Average Fuel Economy targets
The court's ruling upheld the higher fine currently in place for automakers who manufacture "gas guzzlers."
Former CIA analyst arrested for protesting Gina Haspel’s confirmation hearing
Ray McGovern was violently arrested on video while protesting against Gina Haspel’s confirmation hearing Wednesday.
$1.9 Million Settlement for Wrongful Death of Sandra Bland
Included in the settlement, Waller County Jail will be required to install automated electronic sensors to ensure accurate detainee checks without potential falsification of records.