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Do we want more teen pregnancies? Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/20/o...

On Tuesday "for the first time since 2002 Democrats outvoted Republicans in Texas." Sharing a new discussion TX Dem Chair @kendallscudder.bsky.social who talks about their big night, @jamestalarico.bsky.social, and what comes next in battleground Texas 👇 www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/for-the-fi...

"From all appearances, neither Donald Trump nor any adviser knows the purpose of his strikes against Iran. (If one were being totally honest, the “purpose” likely is to soothe the narcissistic rage of a president headed for a massive defeat.)"

Anti-Fascist, Dystopian YA Novel Inspired by Central Bucks School District | @cmychalejko.bsky.social speaks w/ @rshifman.bsky.social about 'We Were the Cuckoo Bees', which he dedicated to folks who helped flip the school board & take power back from Moms for Liberty zealots. LISTEN: bit.ly/40Ju6wq

BREAKING: MeidasTouch and MoveOn are hosting the People’s State of the Union on the National Mall as Dems boycott Trump’s address. Hosted by Katie Phang and Joy Reid, it will feature lawmakers alongside federal workers, immigrants, and Americans impacted by Trump’s policies. Watch on our YouTube.

I love this story - read what reporters do to get the facts! www.mpr.org/stories/2026...

The Influencer who says he wants to be "the next Alex Jones." Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/u...

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"In my few days in Minnesota, I’ve been witness to countless scenes that remind me of moments I’ve seen during previous trips covering conflicts around the world," photojournalist @cengizyar.com writes. "The wars we’ve carried out as a nation abroad have come home." More: https://propub.li/4acxEeY

The NYTimes editorial on ways to defend the midterms from interference. Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/o...

⚡️Update: 'Unprovoked terrorist strike' — Russia attacks bus carrying Ukrainian civilian miners, killing at least 12, injuring 16. The attack marks "the largest single loss for DTEK since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion," CEO Maksym Timchenko said.

Federal officials launch ICE operation in Maine and begin arrests: “Operation Catch of the Day” Given that they undoubtedly knew the level of scrutiny, this would be subjected to, the choice of name is deliberately disrespectful to human beings. www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/...

I flew down to south Texas today to do my job - investigate why people are dying in ICE detention centers. I was just illegally denied entry to Dilley Detention Center. Because they have something to hide.

Heads up: The Trump admin has started arresting immigrants in Maine as part of a new federal operation targeting the state. The operation is intended to target immigrants from Somalia. People from countries including Sudan, Guatemala and Ethiopia were swept up on the first day of the operations.

Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and enduring force of American rock, dies at 78 www.sfchronicle.com/entertainmen...

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@aneripattani.bsky.social on the battle for the future of addiction medicine: kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

What the CDC's sidelining of childhood vaccines means and what parents should do: kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

Former Special Counsel, Jack Smith, explicitly states: "President Trump was by a large measure the most culpable and most responsible person in this conspiracy. These crimes were committed for his benefit. The attack that happened at the Capitol, part of this case, does not happen without him."

Jeffries: "The American people are supposed to believe that this whole situation that has unfolded in Venezuela has anything to do with a counter-narcotics operation? Get lost."

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Joint statement from major NATO members: “Greenland belongs to its people. It is for Denmark and Greenland, and them only, to decide on matters concerning Denmark and Greenland.”

Bill Cassidy spent 2025 criticizing RFK Jr’s radical moves, but failing to actually do anything meaningful, despite his powerful committee chairmanship. In 2026, the senator is offering more of the same, indifferent to the consequences of his passivity. www.ms.now/rachel-maddo...

Gavin Newsom seems to be betting that the 2028 election will be fought based on good vibes and naked aggression, @helenlewis.bsky.social reports. She spoke with the governor about his party, his state, his mean X posts, and more:

218 members signed the discharge petition to force a vote to extend ACA tax credits. If Speaker Johnson refuses to bring forth the vote, he’s telling the American people loud and clear that rising health care costs are acceptable to him.

I’m about to force the Senate to consider my bill to require the release of the “second strike” video to the public. The American people deserve to see it. x.com/i/broadcasts...

Four Republicans have joined Democrats to force a vote on ACA tax credit extensions, which are set to expire at the end of the year. Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA) joins Chris Jansing to share his criticism of the GOP's handling of the health care crisis. www.ms.now/chris-jansin...

Seventeen months on, Vineyard Wind blade break investigation isn’t done newbedfordlight.org/seventeen-mo...

Nayra Guzmán was 15 days post C-section — going to see her baby in the NICU — when she was taken to Broadview and held in custody for about 34 hours. She slept on a bench and barely got food. She couldn't pump. Her story is a rare window into the growing detention of pregnant & postpartum people.

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When Trump Chooses the Killer Over the Truth open.substack.com/pub/contrari...

Interesting piece by Dan Kennedy: ‘Things happen’ — and for one brief moment, The Washington Post rediscovers its soul dankennedy.net/2025/11/19/t...

A must-read: www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/u...

Why rural Maine may back Democrat Graham Platner’s populism in the Senate campaign − but not his party theconversation.com/why-rural-ma...

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People experiencing miscarriages in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves. We created this guide for anyone who finds themselves in the same position 👇 (Published Dec. 2024)

As Trump and ICE unleash terror on Chicago, due process is nowhere to be found. @reichlinmelnick.bsky.social unpacks ICE’s overreach https://contrarian.substack.com/p/ice-is-out-of-control-aaron-reichlin

Trump Could End the Epstein Cover Up Today...But He WON'T youtu.be/ec-7qUV8mV4

CNN: “An older couple making $85K/year will see their yearly insurance premiums jump from $7K to $25,000 — 30% of their income.” 😳#TrumpShutdown #TrumpHealthCareTax This is what Dems are drawing attention to and want fixed. Now, not later.

Update from the war zone in Portland.

This is a must-read: New Bedford asylee back home after weeklong ICE detention newbedfordlight.org/new-bedford-...

AOC: When everyone says makes an exception here or makes an exception there, and then before you know it, you have masked agents roaming the streets of this country that do not feel entitled to identify themselves

Now that Trump has shut down the government, Democrats need to be loud and confident in our argument. No 75% premium increases. No lawlessness. That’s what we are fighting for. The people will be with us. But only if we show strength.

Since Fitzpatrick says he wouldn't back the Big Ugly Bill because of Medicaid cuts, he should stand with Democrats on restoring Medicaid funding as a condition of ending the shutdown. He can't just care about Medicaid when it's politically convenient for him. PA - 215 579-8102 DC - 202 225-4276

Abrego Garcia was mistakenly deported in March to El Salvador, triggering a months-long legal battle between his lawyers and the federal government.