U.S.
Psst: What no one will tell you about the national debt (but I will)
May 13, 2026One of the biggest reasons the federal debt has exploded is that tax cuts have reduced government revenues by trillions, and most of the benefits from those tax cuts are going to the wealthy.
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Rev. Barber: What do we do when democracy is hijacked?
May 12, 2026At White House action against Trump’s “Holy War,” he gives the nation his answer.
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Trump Education Department targets trans students at Smith College
May 12, 2026Critics call DOE investigation a baseless vilification of trans women that is part of larger pattern of fear-mongering.
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Devastating new U.S. sanctions against Cuba have international reach
May 12, 2026Canadian company is first targeted, sees shares plunge on the stock market.
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Trump message on economy: Don’t worry, be happy!
May 11, 2026National Economic Director Kevin Hassett says rising consumer debt proves we are doing just fine.
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