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Lindsey Graham Is No Reasonable Republican Lindsey Graham Is No Reasonable Republican
The South Carolina senator has squandered what remained of his flimsy reputation as a moderate with his fealty to Donald Trump—even as the former president faces federal charges.
Jun 13, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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The Enduring Grift of the Washington Operator The Enduring Grift of the Washington Operator
A new book argues that D.C. became a swamp in the Trump years, but like any company town it has always been a hive of influence peddling, self-dealing, and graft.
Jun 12, 2023 / Books & the Arts / Chris Lehmann
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The Criminal Delusions of Donald Trump The Criminal Delusions of Donald Trump
The former president faces seven federal criminal counts—and there are more to come. But the law won’t stop Trump from lying to himself.
Jun 9, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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Mike Pence’s Presidential Amnesia Mike Pence’s Presidential Amnesia
The former vice president has entered the ring for the 2024 Republican nomination—he just wants you to forget he ever set foot in the White House.
Jun 8, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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Congress Is Sticking Students With the Check Congress Is Sticking Students With the Check
The recent debt agreement will abolish the pandemic-era pause on student debt repayments—hitting the youngest generation of voters the hardest.
Jun 6, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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“This Ain’t No Disco,” Broadway Tells David Byrne “This Ain’t No Disco,” Broadway Tells David Byrne
The former Talking Heads front man is battling the local musicians' union over a production that relies on prerecorded music.
Jun 2, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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Democrats Settled for a Raw Deal Democrats Settled for a Raw Deal
Biden’s concession to the House Freedom Caucus on the debt ceiling is nothing to celebrate.
May 31, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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Ron DeSantis Is Flaunting His Résumé—Does Anyone Care? Ron DeSantis Is Flaunting His Résumé—Does Anyone Care?
The Florida governor, who recently announced his bid for the presidency, is eager to prove his credentials. But GOP primary voters aren't interested.
May 30, 2023 / Editorial / Chris Lehmann
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Fox’s Lies Are the Folklore of Racial Capitalism Fox’s Lies Are the Folklore of Racial Capitalism
Despite its $787.5 million settlement over 2020 election fabrications, the cable news channel continues its racist fabulizing.
May 26, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
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The Next Debt Ceiling Showdown The Next Debt Ceiling Showdown
Even after two Obama-era clashes over spending limits, Democrats are still looking for a "grand bargain."
May 19, 2023 / Chris Lehmann