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General Discussion
NE: Pillen's property tax road show targets possible yes votes
By RandySF - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
NE: Pillen's property tax road show targets possible yes votes
By RandySF - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
03 May: Fight for survival! Ukrainians prevent encirclement! - Reporting from Ukraine
By TexasTowelie - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
03 May: Fight for survival! Ukrainians prevent encirclement! - Reporting from Ukraine
By TexasTowelie - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Alaska Senate committee proposes same-day voter registration, but key Republicans oppose the idea
By RandySF - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Alaska Senate committee proposes same-day voter registration, but key Republicans oppose the idea
By RandySF - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Lawrence O'Donnell might have missed something important in Hope Hicks's testimony.
By pnwmom - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Lawrence O'Donnell might have missed something important in Hope Hicks's testimony.
By pnwmom - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about Trump, Hicks, NY, and strategies....
By TexasTowelie - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about Trump, Hicks, NY, and strategies....
By TexasTowelie - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Kent State May 4, More than just another anniversary.
By werdna - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Kent State May 4, More than just another anniversary.
By werdna - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Make Billionaires Pay (Their Taxes)
By Nevilledog - 19 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Make Billionaires Pay (Their Taxes)
By Nevilledog - 19 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Pro-Israel protesters at UCLA threw a bag of live mice into the pro-Gaza encampment
By TomDaisy - 275 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Pro-Israel protesters at UCLA threw a bag of live mice into the pro-Gaza encampment
By TomDaisy - 275 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Many if not most American Jews and a large percentage of Israelis are mad at and do not support Bibi Netanyahu
By LetMyPeopleVote - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Many if not most American Jews and a large percentage of Israelis are mad at and do not support Bibi Netanyahu
By LetMyPeopleVote - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Trump Trial Week Two: Still Sleepy, Still Cold, Still a Rapist (Ferret/Shower Cap)
By TheFerret - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Trump Trial Week Two: Still Sleepy, Still Cold, Still a Rapist (Ferret/Shower Cap)
By TheFerret - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Face of a 75,000-year-old Neanderthal woman revealed by scientists
By brooklynite - 50 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Face of a 75,000-year-old Neanderthal woman revealed by scientists
By brooklynite - 50 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
'Full-scale meltdown': Ex-Trump aide testifies on 2016 campaign chaos as sex scandals poured in - The ReidOut - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
'Full-scale meltdown': Ex-Trump aide testifies on 2016 campaign chaos as sex scandals poured in - The ReidOut - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Immediately After Oct 7th this person celebrated Oct 7th attack against civilians
By JohnSJ - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Immediately After Oct 7th this person celebrated Oct 7th attack against civilians
By JohnSJ - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Editorials & Other Articles
Nicholas Kristof: How protesters can better help Palestinians
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Nicholas Kristof: How protesters can better help Palestinians
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Anyone watching Lawrence? His righteous rant about Hope Hicks crying is a must see
By tulipsandroses - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Anyone watching Lawrence? His righteous rant about Hope Hicks crying is a must see
By tulipsandroses - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
Friday Night Vodka Buzz. Ask me anything.
By Aristus - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Friday Night Vodka Buzz. Ask me anything.
By Aristus - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
1000 musicians play Rage Against the Machine - Killing In The Name
By AuntyGravity - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
1000 musicians play Rage Against the Machine - Killing In The Name
By AuntyGravity - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Jewish Community Leaders Say Cal Poly Humboldt Protests are not Anti-Semitic.
By PufPuf23 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Jewish Community Leaders Say Cal Poly Humboldt Protests are not Anti-Semitic.
By PufPuf23 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Trump fumes as RFK Jr.'s anti-vaxx views land with MAGA voters
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Trump fumes as RFK Jr.'s anti-vaxx views land with MAGA voters
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
World History
Leprosy Passed Betw Medieval Squirrels & Humans, Study Suggests: Fur Trade, England, Viking Scandi
By appalachiablue - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Leprosy Passed Betw Medieval Squirrels & Humans, Study Suggests: Fur Trade, England, Viking Scandi
By appalachiablue - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Justice Department warns it plans to sue Iowa over new state immigration law
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Justice Department warns it plans to sue Iowa over new state immigration law
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Statement of President Joe Biden on the Record Decrease in Violent Crime in 2024
By LetMyPeopleVote - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Statement of President Joe Biden on the Record Decrease in Violent Crime in 2024
By LetMyPeopleVote - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Study links gas stoves to 50,000 current cases of childhood asthma
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Study links gas stoves to 50,000 current cases of childhood asthma
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Dead and Danko - Good Night Irene
By OAITW r.2.0 - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Dead and Danko - Good Night Irene
By OAITW r.2.0 - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Marjorie Taylor Greene Triggered by Fox News Backlash! - Pondering Politics
By TexasTowelie - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Marjorie Taylor Greene Triggered by Fox News Backlash! - Pondering Politics
By TexasTowelie - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump in for BIG SURPRISE with Key Testimony at Trial - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Trump in for BIG SURPRISE with Key Testimony at Trial - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Biden Faces New Democratic Pressure to Rein In Israel
By applegrove - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Biden Faces New Democratic Pressure to Rein In Israel
By applegrove - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Republicans file lawsuit to block count of Nevada mail ballots received after Election Day
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Republicans file lawsuit to block count of Nevada mail ballots received after Election Day
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
If protests aren't going to be allowed
By ripcord - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
If protests aren't going to be allowed
By ripcord - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Joy to Trump: Please testify, we're begging you! - The ReidOut - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Joy to Trump: Please testify, we're begging you! - The ReidOut - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Am passing on breathless updates 2nite - You're welcome.
By UTUSN - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Am passing on breathless updates 2nite - You're welcome.
By UTUSN - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Bears Ears oil and gas leases canceled.
By SarahD - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Bears Ears oil and gas leases canceled.
By SarahD - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Jeffco GOP cancels Kristi Noem event amid dog-killing controversy
By angka - 19 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Jeffco GOP cancels Kristi Noem event amid dog-killing controversy
By angka - 19 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Gee, it is understandable that hope hicks would cry for a rapist, sexist, and bigot
By JohnSJ - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Gee, it is understandable that hope hicks would cry for a rapist, sexist, and bigot
By JohnSJ - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Criminal defense attorney on the impact of Hope Hicks' testimony - ABC News
By TexasTowelie - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Criminal defense attorney on the impact of Hope Hicks' testimony - ABC News
By TexasTowelie - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Dead - "Death Don't Have No Mercy in this Land" - 1990?
By OAITW r.2.0 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Dead - "Death Don't Have No Mercy in this Land" - 1990?
By OAITW r.2.0 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Media
New Rule: Attorney Genial Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO)
By nycbos - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
New Rule: Attorney Genial Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO)
By nycbos - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Count Five - Psychotic Reaction
By marble falls - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Count Five - Psychotic Reaction
By marble falls - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Voter ID requirement catches Boris Johnson.
By SarahD - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Voter ID requirement catches Boris Johnson.
By SarahD - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump has paid $9,000 fine for gag-order violation
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Trump has paid $9,000 fine for gag-order violation
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Tories in a 'very tough situation' after election losses, party chair admits
By RandySF - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Tories in a 'very tough situation' after election losses, party chair admits
By RandySF - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Science
James Webb telescope spots wind blowing faster than a bullet on '2-faced planet' with eternal night
By Judi Lynn - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
James Webb telescope spots wind blowing faster than a bullet on '2-faced planet' with eternal night
By Judi Lynn - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
New Rule: Attorney Genial - Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO)
By MagaSmash - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
New Rule: Attorney Genial - Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO)
By MagaSmash - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Hope Hicks' testimony was a nightmare for Trump
By brooklynite - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Hope Hicks' testimony was a nightmare for Trump
By brooklynite - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Hope Hicks, a former close Trump adviser, takes the witness stand in his hush money trial
By pnwmom - 20 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Hope Hicks, a former close Trump adviser, takes the witness stand in his hush money trial
By pnwmom - 20 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Texas man files legal action to probe ex-partner's out-of-state abortion
By ItsjustMe - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Texas man files legal action to probe ex-partner's out-of-state abortion
By ItsjustMe - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Pets
6 week old foster kittens... orange M, fluffy tab M, fluffy tab w/color F. calico F (of course!)
By CurtEastPoint - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
6 week old foster kittens... orange M, fluffy tab M, fluffy tab w/color F. calico F (of course!)
By CurtEastPoint - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
This Week at Justice - May 3, 2024 - The Justice Department
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
This Week at Justice - May 3, 2024 - The Justice Department
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Finally Called Out To His Face, Instantly Crumbles! - Luke Beasley
By TexasTowelie - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Trump Finally Called Out To His Face, Instantly Crumbles! - Luke Beasley
By TexasTowelie - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
General Discussion
Hope Hicks. I find it hard to believe
By babylonsister - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Hope Hicks. I find it hard to believe
By babylonsister - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Terrified Trump BEGS JUDGE For Advice During Trial - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Terrified Trump BEGS JUDGE For Advice During Trial - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Sports
Bucks G Patrick Beverley chucks ball at multiple Pacers fans amid elimination
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Bucks G Patrick Beverley chucks ball at multiple Pacers fans amid elimination
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
North Korea is plotting attacks on South Korean embassies, spy agency warns
By AZLD4Candidate - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
North Korea is plotting attacks on South Korean embassies, spy agency warns
By AZLD4Candidate - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 9 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
HANG UP YOUR ROBE SPEAK TRULY (TOM DOOLEY) - Don Caron & David Cohen - Parody Project
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
HANG UP YOUR ROBE SPEAK TRULY (TOM DOOLEY) - Don Caron & David Cohen - Parody Project
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
Friday Talking Points -- A Grown Man Running Against A Six-Year-Old
By ChrisWeigant - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Friday Talking Points -- A Grown Man Running Against A Six-Year-Old
By ChrisWeigant - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
things get worse for dog killer noem
By moonshinegnomie - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
things get worse for dog killer noem
By moonshinegnomie - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
Sarah Matthews says Trump is no longer the candidate
By LiberalFighter - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Sarah Matthews says Trump is no longer the candidate
By LiberalFighter - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
Watching MSNBC .... Noem compared her Sunday School kids to N. Korean dictator Kim Jung Un
By Botany - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Watching MSNBC .... Noem compared her Sunday School kids to N. Korean dictator Kim Jung Un
By Botany - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Anthropology
3,500-year-old 'rest house' used by ancient Egyptian army discovered in Sinai desert
By Judi Lynn - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
3,500-year-old 'rest house' used by ancient Egyptian army discovered in Sinai desert
By Judi Lynn - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
Real Time With Bill Maher (5/3/24)
By ItsjustMe - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Real Time With Bill Maher (5/3/24)
By ItsjustMe - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
Put his ass in jail after this:
By Kingofalldems - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Put his ass in jail after this:
By Kingofalldems - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
General Discussion
I have to admit, I am proud that I was a partner in a world-class small time operation.
By OAITW r.2.0 - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
I have to admit, I am proud that I was a partner in a world-class small time operation.
By OAITW r.2.0 - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Kristi Noem roasted by Trump Jr., Bannon over dog killing revelation - All In - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Kristi Noem roasted by Trump Jr., Bannon over dog killing revelation - All In - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Al Gore - ABC News
By TexasTowelie - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Al Gore - ABC News
By TexasTowelie - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Trump campaign needs to 'mitigate the chaos' says former advisor to Mike Pence - MSNBC Reports
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
Trump campaign needs to 'mitigate the chaos' says former advisor to Mike Pence - MSNBC Reports
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 10 hrs ago
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Latest Breaking News
US imposes sanctions on more than a dozen companies in China for support of Russia's war in Ukraine
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Vendor that mishandled Penn. virus data to pay $2.7M in federal whistleblower cas
Wednesday - ABC News/AP
Wednesday - ABC News/AP
Israel allows trucks from newly reopened Erez crossing into Gaza after U.S. pressure
Wednesday - Reuters
Wednesday - Reuters
9th Circuit reprimands California judge who handcuffed, berated crying 13-year-old girl
Wednesday - San Francisco Chronicle
Wednesday - San Francisco Chronicle
'Golden' predator -- the source of legends -- caught on trail cam in Thailand.
Wednesday - Miami Herald
Wednesday - Miami Herald
Biden to deliver keynote address on antisemitism at Holocaust remembrance ceremony
Wednesday - NBC News
Wednesday - NBC News
Mitt Romney says his dog scandal doesn't compare to Kristi Noem's: 'I didn't shoot my dog'
Wednesday - The Guardian
Wednesday - The Guardian
Enough Arizona senators vote in favor repealing Civil War-era abortion ban
Wednesday - KPNX 12 News (Arizona)
Wednesday - KPNX 12 News (Arizona)
Harvey Weinstein granted retrial in NY court following 2020 rape conviction overturn
Wednesday - USA Today
Wednesday - USA Today
Boy expelled from kindergarten for wearing 'small, blue stud earrings' can pursue sex discrimination lawsuit: Court
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
US officials find weak security practices at water plants breached by pro-Russia hackers
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Wednesday - CNN Politics
US job openings fall to 8.5 million in March, the lowest level in more than 3 years
Wednesday - Associated Press, via Yahoo! Finance
Wednesday - Associated Press, via Yahoo! Finance
Cannon reminds Trump to redact witness names as former president faces gag hearing in different venue
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Arizona's Democratic leaders make final push to repeal 19th century abortion ban
Wednesday - ABC News/AP
Wednesday - ABC News/AP
Police begin dismantling pro-Palestinian encampment at UW-Madison; multiple arrests underway
Wednesday - Wisconsin State Journal
Wednesday - Wisconsin State Journal
Private payrolls increased by 192,000 in April, more than expected for resilient labor market
Wednesday - CNBC
Wednesday - CNBC
Police respond to UCLA after violent clashes break out amid dueling demonstrations
Wednesday - KABC Los Angeles
Wednesday - KABC Los Angeles
Johnson & Johnson will pay $6.5 billion to resolve nearly all talc ovarian cancer lawsuits in U.S.
Wednesday - CNBC
Wednesday - CNBC
Shri Thanedar challenging campaign signatures submitted by Adam Hollier
Wednesday - Detroit Free Press
Wednesday - Detroit Free Press
Workers' paychecks grew faster in the first quarter, a possible concern for the Fed
Wednesday - Associated Press
Wednesday - Associated Press
UN concerned over treatment of US protesters
Wednesday - Radio-Television Hong Kong/Agence France Presse
Wednesday - Radio-Television Hong Kong/Agence France Presse