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Since 1994, immigrants have paid more in taxes than they receive in benefits every year.
Do not believe the lies you hear about immigrants.
They are good for society and the economy.
Do not believe the lies you hear about immigrants.
They are good for society and the economy.
July 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Since 1994, immigrants have paid more in taxes than they receive in benefits every year.
Do not believe the lies you hear about immigrants.
They are good for society and the economy.
Do not believe the lies you hear about immigrants.
They are good for society and the economy.
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Memorial Day Special: Democracy Now! Marks 30 Years with Angela Davis, Bruce Springsteen, Patti Smith, Michael Stipe & More https://www.democracynow.org/2026/5/25/democracy_now_marks_30_years_with
May 25, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Memorial Day Special: Democracy Now! Marks 30 Years with Angela Davis, Bruce Springsteen, Patti Smith, Michael Stipe & More https://www.democracynow.org/2026/5/25/democracy_now_marks_30_years_with
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Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war. https://to.pbs.org/3PWI5xf
Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
The pope's first encyclical has been eagerly awaited ever since the first U.S.-born pope announced that he considered AI to be the biggest challenge facing humanity today.
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May 25, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war. https://to.pbs.org/3PWI5xf
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United States Representative Chrissy Houlahan shares how the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, proposed by Maine Senator Margaret Chase Smith, changed the military forever. #WeAreAmerica250
May 25, 2026 at 1:02 PM
United States Representative Chrissy Houlahan shares how the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, proposed by Maine Senator Margaret Chase Smith, changed the military forever. #WeAreAmerica250
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ALA established its Library War Service in 1917 to provide books and library services to soldiers and sailors in training at home and serving in Europe, raising $5 million from public donations and holding three book drives in Sept. 1917, March 1918, and Jan. 1919.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4v7IDPV
Read more: https://bit.ly/4v7IDPV
May 25, 2026 at 4:09 PM
ALA established its Library War Service in 1917 to provide books and library services to soldiers and sailors in training at home and serving in Europe, raising $5 million from public donations and holding three book drives in Sept. 1917, March 1918, and Jan. 1919.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4v7IDPV
Read more: https://bit.ly/4v7IDPV
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"Riz is daring, curious and a little nerdy." —Saadia Faruqi mrschureads.blogspot.com/2026/05/dont...
May 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM
"Riz is daring, curious and a little nerdy." —Saadia Faruqi mrschureads.blogspot.com/2026/05/dont...
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We FOIA’d the Department of Defense and after multiple follow ups, we finally heard back.
The illegal militarization of Los Angeles and federalization of the Cal Guard cost taxpayers at least $111.2 MILLION — and that’s not including civilian costs.
The illegal militarization of Los Angeles and federalization of the Cal Guard cost taxpayers at least $111.2 MILLION — and that’s not including civilian costs.
May 19, 2026 at 4:31 PM
We FOIA’d the Department of Defense and after multiple follow ups, we finally heard back.
The illegal militarization of Los Angeles and federalization of the Cal Guard cost taxpayers at least $111.2 MILLION — and that’s not including civilian costs.
The illegal militarization of Los Angeles and federalization of the Cal Guard cost taxpayers at least $111.2 MILLION — and that’s not including civilian costs.
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Trump did not reach a settlement with the government. There was no case to settle. He has not created a slush fund. He has colluded with Todd Blanche to steal money from the US Treasury. This is not a “deal.” This is a crime for which Trump & Blanche must be prosecuted. It ia a crime.
May 19, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Trump did not reach a settlement with the government. There was no case to settle. He has not created a slush fund. He has colluded with Todd Blanche to steal money from the US Treasury. This is not a “deal.” This is a crime for which Trump & Blanche must be prosecuted. It ia a crime.
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TODAY: Help us make sure Republicans hear from constituents about their plan to shovel up to $70 billion more to ICE and Border Patrol. We’re contacting voters in key states and districts to connect them with their GOP Members of Congress.
Fund Communities, Not Chaos Phone Bank · Indivisible
Republicans in Congress are trying to pour billions more taxpayer dollars into ICE and Border Patrol’s already bloated budgets to supercharge Trump’s mass deportation machine. Instead of passing commo...
www.mobilize.us
May 12, 2026 at 12:08 PM
TODAY: Help us make sure Republicans hear from constituents about their plan to shovel up to $70 billion more to ICE and Border Patrol. We’re contacting voters in key states and districts to connect them with their GOP Members of Congress.
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“American Muslims: A History Revealed” looks at notable figures and communities spanning more than 200 years. https://to.pbs.org/4tM1ks3
New PBS series explores the often-overlooked history of American Muslims
Starting this weekend, a new series on PBS dives into the early history of Muslims in the United States. The six-part documentary, “American Muslims: A History Revealed,” looks at notable figures and ...
to.pbs.org
May 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
“American Muslims: A History Revealed” looks at notable figures and communities spanning more than 200 years. https://to.pbs.org/4tM1ks3
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US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China reut.rs/4noBPKP
US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China
More than 2,000 scientists warned the U.S. Congress in a letter on Monday that the termination of the entire National Science Board by the Trump administration hurts U.S. ability to compete with rivals like China.
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May 12, 2026 at 2:01 AM
US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China reut.rs/4noBPKP
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May 3, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Across the country, some 50 bald eagle nests fitted with cameras broadcast up-close views of raptor family life. Every spring, as eggs hatch and eaglets grow, these cameras rake in millions of views. n.pr/425Oh8F
Like soap operas, 75 feet up: How bald eagle nest cams hook online communities
Across the country, some 50 bald eagle nests fitted with cameras broadcast up-close views of raptor family life. Every spring, as eggs hatch and eaglets grow, these cameras rake in millions of views.
n.pr
April 29, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Across the country, some 50 bald eagle nests fitted with cameras broadcast up-close views of raptor family life. Every spring, as eggs hatch and eaglets grow, these cameras rake in millions of views. n.pr/425Oh8F
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Republicans are attempting to gut every public asset-- from national parks to healthcare, public education.
www.wral.com/story/nyt-iv...
www.wral.com/story/nyt-iv...
NYT: Ivanka Trump, Kushner have 'unusual connection' with Chilean company owner that worked with administration to secure mining lease
A Chilean mining company whose owner has business ties to President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump and his son-in-law Jared Kushner was able to clear significant "roadblocks" in the early days o...
www.wral.com
April 16, 2026 at 2:19 AM
Republicans are attempting to gut every public asset-- from national parks to healthcare, public education.
www.wral.com/story/nyt-iv...
www.wral.com/story/nyt-iv...
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Jim Jordan is commenting on Eric Swalwell's sexual misconduct allegations. Jordan was assistant wrestling coach at Ohio State while team doctor Richard Strauss sexually abused at least 177 athletes. Multiple wrestlers testified under oath they told Jordan. He did nothing. He was never charged.
April 15, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Jim Jordan is commenting on Eric Swalwell's sexual misconduct allegations. Jordan was assistant wrestling coach at Ohio State while team doctor Richard Strauss sexually abused at least 177 athletes. Multiple wrestlers testified under oath they told Jordan. He did nothing. He was never charged.
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Disney's new CEO, whose pay package is worth nearly $45M, just announced 1,000 layoffs.
Reminder that Disney paid an effective federal income tax rate of ZERO in 2025 and aims to buy back $7B of its own stock in 2026.
This is what corporate greed looks like.
Reminder that Disney paid an effective federal income tax rate of ZERO in 2025 and aims to buy back $7B of its own stock in 2026.
This is what corporate greed looks like.
April 15, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Disney's new CEO, whose pay package is worth nearly $45M, just announced 1,000 layoffs.
Reminder that Disney paid an effective federal income tax rate of ZERO in 2025 and aims to buy back $7B of its own stock in 2026.
This is what corporate greed looks like.
Reminder that Disney paid an effective federal income tax rate of ZERO in 2025 and aims to buy back $7B of its own stock in 2026.
This is what corporate greed looks like.
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It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford. It’s about priorities.
If you paid taxes for 2025, you likely paid:
$124 — school lunch & nutrition programs
$49 — diplomacy to prevent wars
$19 — USPS
$19 — Federal Aviation Administration
$18 — national parks
and
$4,049 — weapons and war.
These priorities are hurting us all. We need change. #TaxDay
$124 — school lunch & nutrition programs
$49 — diplomacy to prevent wars
$19 — USPS
$19 — Federal Aviation Administration
$18 — national parks
and
$4,049 — weapons and war.
These priorities are hurting us all. We need change. #TaxDay
April 15, 2026 at 6:31 PM
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford. It’s about priorities.
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France passed a law requiring solar panels on every parking lot with more than 80 spaces.
Equals 10 nuclear reactors
Reduces heat island, shades cars
The US -- 800 million parking spaces. Most of them are uncovered asphalt sitting in direct sunlight.
Why aren't we doing this?
Equals 10 nuclear reactors
Reduces heat island, shades cars
The US -- 800 million parking spaces. Most of them are uncovered asphalt sitting in direct sunlight.
Why aren't we doing this?
April 15, 2026 at 5:09 PM
France passed a law requiring solar panels on every parking lot with more than 80 spaces.
Equals 10 nuclear reactors
Reduces heat island, shades cars
The US -- 800 million parking spaces. Most of them are uncovered asphalt sitting in direct sunlight.
Why aren't we doing this?
Equals 10 nuclear reactors
Reduces heat island, shades cars
The US -- 800 million parking spaces. Most of them are uncovered asphalt sitting in direct sunlight.
Why aren't we doing this?
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🚨BREAKING: Federal Court DISMISSES DOJ lawsuit to obtain Massachusetts' unredacted voter file. A victory for our clients the New England NAACP and the MA Alliance for Retired Americans and the Commonwealth.
My firm is now 4-0 in these cases against DOJ. www.democracydocket.com/cases/massac...
My firm is now 4-0 in these cases against DOJ. www.democracydocket.com/cases/massac...
🚨 United States of America v. Galvin
Learn more.
www.democracydocket.com
April 9, 2026 at 4:06 PM
🚨BREAKING: Federal Court DISMISSES DOJ lawsuit to obtain Massachusetts' unredacted voter file. A victory for our clients the New England NAACP and the MA Alliance for Retired Americans and the Commonwealth.
My firm is now 4-0 in these cases against DOJ. www.democracydocket.com/cases/massac...
My firm is now 4-0 in these cases against DOJ. www.democracydocket.com/cases/massac...
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Effective 2025 federal tax rates paid by these corporations:
Alphabet: 8.01%
AT&T: 4.6%
Meta: 3.57%
General Motors: 3.09%
Amazon: 1.37%
Exxon Mobil: 1.31%
Disney: -1.57%
CVS Health: -3.88%
Income tax rate paid by the typical American: 14.5%
This is what a rigged system looks like.
Alphabet: 8.01%
AT&T: 4.6%
Meta: 3.57%
General Motors: 3.09%
Amazon: 1.37%
Exxon Mobil: 1.31%
Disney: -1.57%
CVS Health: -3.88%
Income tax rate paid by the typical American: 14.5%
This is what a rigged system looks like.
April 9, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Effective 2025 federal tax rates paid by these corporations:
Alphabet: 8.01%
AT&T: 4.6%
Meta: 3.57%
General Motors: 3.09%
Amazon: 1.37%
Exxon Mobil: 1.31%
Disney: -1.57%
CVS Health: -3.88%
Income tax rate paid by the typical American: 14.5%
This is what a rigged system looks like.
Alphabet: 8.01%
AT&T: 4.6%
Meta: 3.57%
General Motors: 3.09%
Amazon: 1.37%
Exxon Mobil: 1.31%
Disney: -1.57%
CVS Health: -3.88%
Income tax rate paid by the typical American: 14.5%
This is what a rigged system looks like.
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Nevada's largest utility says it will need three times the electricity required to power Las Vegas just to handle proposed data centers — and it probably can't do that without fossil fuels.
https://to.pbs.org/4c0Eh6n
https://to.pbs.org/4c0Eh6n
States are struggling to meet their clean energy goals. Blame data centers
Nevada's largest utility says it will need three times the electricity required to power Las Vegas just to handle proposed data centers -- and it probably can't do that without fossil fuels.
www.pbs.org
April 10, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Nevada's largest utility says it will need three times the electricity required to power Las Vegas just to handle proposed data centers — and it probably can't do that without fossil fuels.
https://to.pbs.org/4c0Eh6n
https://to.pbs.org/4c0Eh6n
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President Trump on Sunday morning unleashed on Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to strike the country’s infrastructure and urging Tehran to “open the F—in’ Strait, you crazy bastards.”
Trump drops Easter Sunday f-bomb in new threat to Iran
President Trump on Sunday morning unleashed on Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to strike the country’s infrastructure and urging Tehran to “open the F—in’ Strait, you crazy bastar…
thehill.com
April 5, 2026 at 1:11 PM
President Trump on Sunday morning unleashed on Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to strike the country’s infrastructure and urging Tehran to “open the F—in’ Strait, you crazy bastards.”
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Countries heavily reliant on the energy exports from the Strait of Hormuz are troubleshooting plans to reopen the critical maritime trade route amid the chaos and uncertainty around the U.S.-Israel war against Iran.
World leaders bypass Trump to tackle Strait of Hormuz crisis
Countries heavily reliant on the energy exports from the Strait of Hormuz are troubleshooting plans to reopen the critical maritime trade route amid the chaos and uncertainty around the U.S.-Israel…
thehill.com
April 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Countries heavily reliant on the energy exports from the Strait of Hormuz are troubleshooting plans to reopen the critical maritime trade route amid the chaos and uncertainty around the U.S.-Israel war against Iran.
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If I were in Trump's Cabinet, I would spend Easter calling constitutional lawyers about the 25th Amendment.
This is completely, utterly unhinged. He's already killed thousands. He's going to kill thousands more.
This is completely, utterly unhinged. He's already killed thousands. He's going to kill thousands more.
April 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
If I were in Trump's Cabinet, I would spend Easter calling constitutional lawyers about the 25th Amendment.
This is completely, utterly unhinged. He's already killed thousands. He's going to kill thousands more.
This is completely, utterly unhinged. He's already killed thousands. He's going to kill thousands more.
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Still shocking 😳🤯🤣
April 4, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Still shocking 😳🤯🤣