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Restoring America's Soul: A Tale of Two Libraries

As the U.S. struggles to reclaim its democratic values, stories from Alabama and Ukraine reveal the country's past and present

Robert De Niro Dismisses 'Trump Derangement' Criticism

Veteran actor responds to accusations of political bias from critics

Former Chicago Mayor Admits Democrats 'Lost the Plot' on Cultural Issues

Rahm Emanuel says party has disconnected from many voters' concerns.

Arkansas Woman Shares Harrowing Miscarriage Story, Sparking Debate on Abortion Laws

Columnist Gwen Ford Faulkenberry's personal account highlights the nuanced challenges around reproductive healthcare access.

State Forests Sold to Solar Companies, Raising Environmental Concerns

Legislators in Albany vote to lease state forests to solar panel firms, sparking debate over deforestation and environmental impact

Clark County Auditor Draws Criticism for Keynote at Partisan Protest

Nonpartisan official's appearance at 'No Kings' rally raises concerns about political neutrality

Alaskan Resident Suggests Trump Penny

Letter writer proposes a new commemorative coin to match Trump's legacy.

Protests Across Political Spectrum Face Similar Criticisms

Both the 'No Kings' protests and Tea Party rallies have been dismissed by mainstream media as insincere, fringe-driven, and astroturfed

VP Vance Announces New Book 'Communion' on Return to Faith

The book will detail Vance's journey back to Christianity and conversion to Catholicism.

Springsteen condemns 'corrupt' Trump administration at tour opener

Musician joins nationwide protests against former president's legacy.

Sanders: Democrat President at SCOTUS Would Face Impeachment

Network host says GOP president's Supreme Court visit seen as 'another stunt'.

Bruce Springsteen Turns Concert into Anti-Trump Lecture

The legendary musician used his recent show to criticize the former president.

Conservative Mocks Trump's Planned Presidential Library as 'Zoolander' Parody

The Bulwark's Jonathan V. Last compares Trump's library plans to a famous joke from the 2001 comedy film 'Zoolander'.

Maryland Senator Calls for Tariff Refunds

Alsobrooks says Trump's failed trade policies hurt state's families and businesses.

Protests Hailed as 'Resistance' to Trump, But Not Obama

Activists decry Trump's actions, but stayed silent on Obama's power grabs

UCSB Hosts Renowned Author Ibram X. Kendi to Discuss Rise of 'Great Replacement Theory'

Kendi's new book 'Chain of Ideas' explores the origins and spread of racist ideologies fueling authoritarianism in the U.S.

Raising Speed Limit Called 'Dumbest Idea' by Readers

Residents express concerns over plans to increase speed limit on major Florida expressway

Golden Toilet Sculpture Mocks Trump in DC

Controversial art installation draws attention to former president's scandals and controversies.

Nationwide 'No Kings' Protest Breaks Records Under Trump

MSNBC host Lawrence O'Donnell analyzes the historic scale and significance of the anti-Trump demonstrations.

Bill Maher to Receive Prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

The Kennedy Center's annual award honors comedians who 'afflict the comfortable' with edgy, politically-charged humor.

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