U.S.
Philly’s Democratic machine feels heat from progressive candidates and working-class demands
January 8, 2026Democratic leaders in the city face a choice: Recognize the political trajectory of working-class voters and join in the movement—or be rolled over as it marches forward.
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Journalist town hall sounds alarm on freedom of the press
January 8, 2026Media workers face a two-front war: The government attacks when they’re covering events, while bosses and press owners attack them in the newsroom.
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Texas teachers sue state over social media restrictions
January 7, 2026State violates their right to freedom of speech in Internet.
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White House rewrites history of Jan. 6 insurrection
January 7, 2026Trump supporters attacking the Capitol, murdering police, and setting up gallows to hang the Vice President are described as nothing more than “trespassers” tourists.
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Judge blocks Trump’s attempt to defund Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
January 7, 2026The CFPB was established to stop bank rip-offs and prevent another 2008-style crash. Trump put Project 2025 author Russell Vought in charge of killing it.
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