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The new controversy on the left: Is it okay to say Tucker Carlson had some good ideas?
The American Prospect ran an article praising Carlson. The backlash came quickly.
The new controversy on the left: Is it okay to say Tucker Carlson had some good ideas?
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It’s Worse Than I Thought: The Myth of Jeffrey Zients
There is no reason to trust a longtime corporate stooge to serve as President Biden’s chief of staff.
The Myth of Jeffrey Zients
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Read More »Progressives Say Congress Must Raise Debt Limit Now to Protect Social Programs
Progressives Say Congress Must Raise Debt Limit Now to Protect Social Programs
The programs have long been targets of Republicans, despite the fact that Social Security is fully funded through 2035 and is able to pay for 90% of benefits for the next 25 years, even without Congress acting to expand it.
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