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Would Killing the Filibuster Actually Kill Democracy?

Would Killing the Filibuster Actually Kill Democracy?

Filibusters do occur in some state legislatures, but they rarely succeed in blocking legislation. Unlike the U.S. Senate, most state legislatures still operate on the Founders’ majoritarian principles.
Has the Republican Party Become a Terrorist Group?

Has the Republican Party Become a Terrorist Group?

The radicalized faction of what used to be the Republican Party has been cozying up to the most radical, racist and violent right wing terrorist factions in our country for some time now.
The January 6th Insurrection — Conspiracy Facts

The January 6th Insurrection — Conspiracy Facts

As the investigations into the January 6th insurrection continue, it is increasingly clear that it was planned. That makes it an actual conspiracy to overthrow the government of the United States.
How About a National Ghost a Bully Day?

How About a National Ghost a Bully Day?

There is no liability to anyone who ignores the rantings of a psychotic bully. Quite the contrary. You get to do your job and enjoy your day without a nutcase borrowing space in your head.
Republicans and Qanon — Turning Crazy Into a Brand

Republicans and Qanon — Turning Crazy Into a Brand

Nothing coming from the Q "channel" actually makes sense. And that is pretty much the point. Qanon isn't so much a movement, but a way of capturing the attention of people who are either entire uneducated or incapable of rudimentary critical thinking.
Are We Being Scammed about Inflation?

Are We Being Scammed about Inflation?

Corporate boards have one job and one job only: make money for their shareholders. Thus raising the prices we pay for their goods and services is where "inflation" actually starts even though it is a lazy way of increasing returns.
A Way Out of the Curated Video Hall of Mirrors

A Way Out of the Curated Video Hall of Mirrors

We are being played through curated videos created by professionals and amateurs who want us emotionally reacting to things, not thinking about them or solving them, simply reacting to them.
How Trump Tried to Use Confusion to Become a Dictator

How Trump Tried to Use Confusion to Become a Dictator

Soon, Trump's towers will come down and more and more will see him for what he really is, neither a genius nor stable, but just a guy who did a magic trick designed to pick your pocket and set him up as dictator.