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"For far too long, Democratic leadership has failed to meet the moment," the leader of the youth-led climate movement said.
Sunrise Movement Launches Major Primary Effort Against Corporate Dems
"For far too long, Democratic leadership has failed to meet the moment," the leader of the youth-led climate movement said.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:46 PM
"For far too long, Democratic leadership has failed to meet the moment," the leader of the youth-led climate movement said.
"The same fossil fuel system that drives the climate crisis also drives war, occupation, and genocide," said @bronwentucker.bsky.social of @oilchange.bsky.social.
'Behind Every Barrel of Oil Is a Trace of Blood': 25 Countries Helped Fuel Gaza Genocide
"States have a moral and legal obligation to end these fuel flows immediately," one campaigner said.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:20 PM
"The same fossil fuel system that drives the climate crisis also drives war, occupation, and genocide," said @bronwentucker.bsky.social of @oilchange.bsky.social.
"Today, Oklahoma got it right, not just because of a single decision, but because thousands of community members made their voices heard," one advocate said after Gov. Kevin Stitt granted clemency to Tremane Wood.
Facing Death Penalty, Tremane Wood Granted Surprise Last-Minute Reprieve
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt granted clemency to Tremane Wood just before his scheduled execution.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:14 PM
"Today, Oklahoma got it right, not just because of a single decision, but because thousands of community members made their voices heard," one advocate said after Gov. Kevin Stitt granted clemency to Tremane Wood.
Trump DOJ Sues California Over Redistricting Initiative
Trump DOJ Sues California Over Redistricting Initiative
DOJ sues California over new congressional map, alleging racial discrimination. California GOP claims map favors Latino voters.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Trump DOJ Sues California Over Redistricting Initiative
"Recriminalizing hemp will force American farms and businesses to close and disrupt the well-being of countless Americans who depend on hemp," warned one critic.
Uproar After Shutdown Bill Targets Hemp Industry
"Recriminalizing hemp will force American farms and businesses to close and disrupt the well-being of countless Americans who depend on hemp," warned one critic.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:32 PM
"Recriminalizing hemp will force American farms and businesses to close and disrupt the well-being of countless Americans who depend on hemp," warned one critic.
When agents ransacked a Chicago apartment building in late September, breaking down doors and dragging out US citizens and children, DHS claimed the building was full of Tren de Aragua "terrorists." But not one person detained that night has been charged.
How Many People Were Charged After DHS Claimed Chicago Building Was Filled With 'Terrorists'? Zero.
When agents ransacked a Chicago apartment building in late September, breaking down doors and dragging out US citizens and children, DHS claimed the building was full of Tren de Aragua "terrorists." But not one person detained that night has been charged.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:26 PM
When agents ransacked a Chicago apartment building in late September, breaking down doors and dragging out US citizens and children, DHS claimed the building was full of Tren de Aragua "terrorists." But not one person detained that night has been charged.
"Former President Barack Obama reportedly wanted to stay out of Libya, but was pressured by advisers—a decision he regretted. Trump must not make the same mistake with Rubio's Venezuela war."
Trump Briefed On Venezuela Military Strike Options to Occur in 'Coming Days': Report
The White House's potential decision to launch direct strikes against Venezuela is causing concern and outrage among policy advocates. Despite Trump's reported reservations, military officials are presenting options for war. Will Trump make the same mistake as past presidents by succumbing to pressure for regime change in Venezuela?
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November 13, 2025 at 8:08 PM
"Former President Barack Obama reportedly wanted to stay out of Libya, but was pressured by advisers—a decision he regretted. Trump must not make the same mistake with Rubio's Venezuela war."
As President Donald Trump wreaks havoc on the US economy, the share of subprime borrowers who are at least 60 days past due on their auto loans has risen to a record 6.65%.
As Trump Drives Up Costs, Record Share of Subprime Auto Loans Overdue
The share of subprime borrowers who are at least 60 days past due on their auto loans
rose to a record 6.65% in October, demonstrating the havoc President Donald Trump is wreaking on the US economy.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:54 PM
As President Donald Trump wreaks havoc on the US economy, the share of subprime borrowers who are at least 60 days past due on their auto loans has risen to a record 6.65%.
Institutions Called to Cut Ties With Larry Summers After Latest Epstein Revelations
Institutions Called to Cut Ties With Larry Summers After Latest Epstein Revelations
Former Harvard President Larry Summers faces scrutiny for maintaining a friendly relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Institutions Called to Cut Ties With Larry Summers After Latest Epstein Revelations
"How can we, as members of congress, Republican or Democrat, vote to enrich ourselves by stealing from the American people?" asked Congresswoman @aoc.bsky.social.
After Passage of 'Million Dollar Jackpot' in Shutdown Bill, Lindsey Graham Vows to Cash In
"How can we, as members of congress, Republican or Democrat, vote to enrich ourselves by stealing from the American people?" asked Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:23 PM
"How can we, as members of congress, Republican or Democrat, vote to enrich ourselves by stealing from the American people?" asked Congresswoman @aoc.bsky.social.
"He’s going to do everything in his power to distract."
JB Pritzker Warns Trump Would ‘Take Us to War With Venezuela’ to Distract From Epstein
Could Trump go to war with Venezuela to distract from damaging revelations? The release of Epstein emails has sparked controversy and warnings that he will "do everything in his power to distract." #EpsteinFiles
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November 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
"He’s going to do everything in his power to distract."
"We have said it before, and we will keep saying it: We are running out of time," said @climateactiontracker.org report lead author Sofia Gonzales-Zuñiga.
'Little to No Measurable Progress' on Climate as World on Track for 2.6°C: Report
"Without rapid, deep emissions cuts—over 50% by 2030—overshooting 1.5°C becomes ever more likely, with severe consequences for people and ecosystems," one expert said.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:21 PM
"We have said it before, and we will keep saying it: We are running out of time," said @climateactiontracker.org report lead author Sofia Gonzales-Zuñiga.
After cutting off intel sharing with the United States over its deadly boat bombings, Colombia's Gustavo Petro said that "intelligence is not for killing" and called President Donald Trump a "barbarian."
Colombian President Blasts 'Barbarian' Trump and Halts Intel Sharing Over Bombed Boats
"Intelligence is not for killing," said Gustavo Petro, who has strongly criticized the US president.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:18 PM
After cutting off intel sharing with the United States over its deadly boat bombings, Colombia's Gustavo Petro said that "intelligence is not for killing" and called President Donald Trump a "barbarian."
"DON'T BUY STARBUCKS," says Starbucks Workers United as it begins a national strike Thursday. The union says it's ready for the "biggest and longest" strike in company history as it demands fair pay and for the company to address union-busting complaints.
'DON'T BUY STARBUCKS,' Says Union as It Launches Nationwide Strike Against Coffee Giant's Unfair Labor Conditions
As its workers fight for a living wage and for the company to address hundreds of labor violation complaints, Starbucks Workers United says it's prepared for the "biggest and longest" strike in the company's history.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM
"DON'T BUY STARBUCKS," says Starbucks Workers United as it begins a national strike Thursday. The union says it's ready for the "biggest and longest" strike in company history as it demands fair pay and for the company to address union-busting complaints.
'Crisis of Elite Impunity': New Emails Show Jeffrey Epstein Scandal About More Than Just Trump
'Crisis of Elite Impunity': New Emails Show Jeffrey Epstein Scandal About More Than Just Trump
Newly unearthed Epstein emails implicate US elites for being complicit in criminal conspiracy.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
'Crisis of Elite Impunity': New Emails Show Jeffrey Epstein Scandal About More Than Just Trump
"While President Trump claimed that he would bring down prices, the reality is that Americans have seen their costs soar even higher since he took office."
Under Trump, Inflation Is Costing Average US Family $700 More Per Month
"While President Trump claimed that he would bring down prices, the reality is that Americans have seen their costs soar even higher since he took office."
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November 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
"While President Trump claimed that he would bring down prices, the reality is that Americans have seen their costs soar even higher since he took office."
Be Not Distracted: On Trump, Epstein, and War With Venezuela | The allegations are shocking, but the larger danger lies in what happens next.
Be Not Distracted: On Trump, Epstein, and War With Venezuela
The allegations are shocking, but the larger danger lies in what happens next.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Be Not Distracted: On Trump, Epstein, and War With Venezuela | The allegations are shocking, but the larger danger lies in what happens next.
The Caribbean has become a laboratory for unchecked executive power, where legality and morality are drowned beneath the waves.
Gunboats and Drones: Trump’s Dangerous New Monroe Doctrine in the Caribbean
The United States claims to be fighting a war on drugs. But the real war is on sovereignty, on justice, and on the right of independent Latin American nations to exist without fear of destruction.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The Caribbean has become a laboratory for unchecked executive power, where legality and morality are drowned beneath the waves.
Pretty much any Democratic senator would be an improvement except those who caved on the shutdown, though it would help if they were younger, more dynamic, better at communicating, and yes less compromised.
7 Reasons Chuck Schumer Must Go
It’s time to replace Chuck Schumer as Senate minority leader and do it without delay.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Pretty much any Democratic senator would be an improvement except those who caved on the shutdown, though it would help if they were younger, more dynamic, better at communicating, and yes less compromised.
"The Zohran moment extends beyond NYC."
Progressive Challenger Katie Wilson Elected Mayor of Seattle
In a stunning victory, progressive candidate Katie Wilson has been elected as Seattle's next mayor, beating out the corporate-backed incumbent. With a focus on affordability and grassroots support, Wilson's win signals a shift towards a more equitable city.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
"The Zohran moment extends beyond NYC."
Trump's Ploy at the UN Is American Imperialism Masquerading as a Peace Process
Trump's Ploy at the UN Is American Imperialism Masquerading as a Peace Process
Palestine remains the endless victim of US and Israeli maneuvers. The results are not just devastating for Palestine, which has suffered an outright genocide, but for the Arab world and beyond.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Trump's Ploy at the UN Is American Imperialism Masquerading as a Peace Process
Apparently up to the poorest people on Earth to deal with the problems we caused, says @billmckibben.bsky.social.
There's Nothing Fair About It, But the Global South Is Leading the Way on Climate
The rich world—represented mostly by the US, though with parts of Europe and Canada playing supporting roles—has decided that if anyone’s going to deal with climate change it’s not going to be us.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Apparently up to the poorest people on Earth to deal with the problems we caused, says @billmckibben.bsky.social.
"Instead of holding the line and fighting for healthcare as a human right, enough Democrats chose to roll over and make this affordability crisis worse," said Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
Tlaib Says 'Enough Democrats Chose to Roll Over' as Trump Signs Bill to End Shutdown
"The American people want us to fight back, not cave to Donald Trump for absolutely nothing in return," said Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:11 PM
"Instead of holding the line and fighting for healthcare as a human right, enough Democrats chose to roll over and make this affordability crisis worse," said Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
At 79 years old, Donald Trump has all his health, wellness, and food needs taken care of. His life is the assured good life, with hours of rest at his golf clubs. We seniors need to disturb that rest.
Trump Is Making Older Americans Unsafe, and He Doesn't Care
When before has a president been so personally and negatively intrusive in the lives of seniors?
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November 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
At 79 years old, Donald Trump has all his health, wellness, and food needs taken care of. His life is the assured good life, with hours of rest at his golf clubs. We seniors need to disturb that rest.
House Speaker Mike Johnson finally swore in Adelita Grijalva, who swiftly became the crucial 218th signature on a discharge petition to force a vote on releasing files related to deceased sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Grijalva Signs Discharge Petition to Force Epstein Files Vote Right After Being Sworn In
The congresswoman called House Speaker Mike Johnson's delay a politically motivated "abuse of power" and reiterated her support for releasing the documents, declaring that "justice cannot wait another day."
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November 13, 2025 at 12:31 AM
House Speaker Mike Johnson finally swore in Adelita Grijalva, who swiftly became the crucial 218th signature on a discharge petition to force a vote on releasing files related to deceased sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein.