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Revealed: Which State Has the Worst Members of Congress

I have LONG wanted to write a “worst delegation” piece but, to be honest, legacy media outlets weren’t, like, super keen on me bashing a state or a...

yesterday 30

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Chris Cillizza

Is Trump’s Birthday Parade a Celebration or a Funeral?

One of the fundamental differences between democracies and dictatorships is how the military is viewed. In democracies, the armed forces are an...

previous day 40

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David Rothkopf

Why Dems Have It So Wrong: Trump Is Spoiling for L.A. Battle

Consider what the average American is seeing on their phones/TV screens/computers out of Los Angeles over the past 48 hours: To be clear: I am not...

monday 60

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Chris Cillizza

It’s Summer in Trump’s America and Fascism Is in Bloom

Donald Trump has a bad case of premature despotism. He’s so eager to be a king he can’t contain himself. His decision to send in the National...

monday 100

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David Rothkopf

The Secret Legal Agenda That Played Trump Like a Chump

President Trump is facing more legal challenges than ever as his administration runs roughshod over law and precedent. As his policy moves are...

08.06.2025 2

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Paul Waldman

The Fool’s Gold in Trump’s White House Is Already Tarnished

Donald Trump is back in the White House, and this time around, he’s done some major renovations. A home, any decent designer will tell you, should...

07.06.2025 40

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Jill Filipovic

Don’t Let Your Glee Make You Forget Your Loathing

06.06.2025 70

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David Rothkopf