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D.C. faces potential Trumpist riots during electoral vote count

January 6, 2021 By Mark Gruenberg

D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser activated 340 members of the city’s National Guard to help police patrol the streets and keep the peace on Jan. 6.

Democratic victories in Georgia end GOP rule in the Senate

January 6, 2021 By John Wojcik

Georgians make Raphael Warnock, the first African American from their state a U.S. senator, and send Jon Ossoff, the youngest person ever, to that same body.

Georgia voters in the millions rise up in historic election today

January 5, 2021 By John Wojcik

Record turnout reflects the determination of the people to smash voter suppression and have their voices heard.

Candidates wrap up campaigns today in Georgia U.S. Senate runoffs

January 4, 2021 By Mark Gruenberg

Huge get-out-the-vote effort tomorrow in a crucial election that will determine who controls the U.S. Senate and the chances for the enactment of Joe Biden’s pro-worker agenda.

Trump phone call an attempt to overthrow the U.S. government

January 3, 2021 By John Wojcik

In an extraordinary call, Trump pressures Georgia secretary of state to recalculate the vote in his favor - sparking calls for a second impeachment.