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In the NewsDecember 15, 2023 5:41 pm | By 51279
We’re Honored by Media Tributes to Our Founder Norman Lear
After the passing of People For founder Norman Lear, we were moved by the kind words and heartfelt messages that appeared in many media outlets. The articles and op-eds celebrating his legacy serve as powerful reminders of Norman’s impact on…
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In the NewsDecember 12, 2023 9:36 am | By 110803
How a group of grandparents is mobilizing to push back against Moms for Liberty
Originally published by The 19th At The 19th, we’re committed to publishing journalism that you can trust throughout the critical moments that shape our democracy and our lives. Show your support during our Fall Member Drive, and your donation will…
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In the NewsNovember 13, 2023 4:39 pm | By 51279
The Hill: To win in 2024, Democrats must adopt ‘constructive panic’
First published in The Hill. If there was any doubt, it’s now clear: Americans really, really care about their freedom to make their own reproductive decisions. They’re also really good at seeing through smoke-and-mirrors attempts to say an abortion ban is not…
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In the NewsNovember 7, 2023 12:28 pm | By 51279
The Grio: Election Day 2023 could see Black history and early signs for 2024
First published in The Grio. As political campaigns for the 2024 election are already underway, it’s easy to forget that Tuesday is also an important off-year election for millions of Americans. In states across the country, voters will cast their…
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In the NewsOctober 30, 2023 4:08 pm | By 51279
The Hill: Low confidence in a chaotic government is just what the GOP ordered
First published in The Hill. After weeks of infighting, backstabbing and open hostility toward one another, House Republicans finally elected a Speaker, Trump-supporting Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La). We don’t know if Speaker Johnson will have any more success corralling his conference…
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In the NewsOctober 27, 2023 6:54 pm | By 51279
Newsweek: MAGA Pastor’s Bizarre Explanation After Getting Jim Jordan Prophecy Wrong
First published in Newsweek. Pastor Shane Vaughn, a supporter of former President Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement, recently offered a strange explanation for failing to correctly predict the new Republican House speaker. ... In a video clip…
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In the NewsOctober 26, 2023 7:12 pm | By 51279
Dallas Voice: National LGBTQ leaders react to election of Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House
First published in the Dallas Voice. The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, Oct. 25, elected Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House, and LGBTQ groups quickly denounced Johnson as a homophobic extremist. “Once again, House Republicans have…
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In the NewsOctober 26, 2023 7:08 pm | By 51279
Toledo Blade: Organization to use text messages to increase Black voter turnout
First published in the Toledo Blade A progressive advocacy organization will use text messages to encourage low-propensity Black voters to return to the polls. People for the American Way is expanding its Defend the Black Vote project to include Ohio…
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In the NewsOctober 24, 2023 6:27 pm | By 51279
KFOR News: Group pushes for recall of Enid commissioner over alleged connection to hate groups
First published on KFOR News. ENID, Okla. (KFOR) – A group in Enid announced it plans to recall Ward 1 City Commissioner Judd Blevins due to claims that he has ties to a white supremacy group. Enid Social Justice Committee said Blevins…
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In the NewsOctober 23, 2023 6:49 pm | By 52560
Svante Myrick for The Hill: Outreach, not blame, can bring Black voters to the polls
First published in The Hill. Last week, Louisiana voters chose a new governor, Jeff Landry. I say the “voters chose” him but what really happened was that only a small fraction — about 36 percent of registered voters statewide — even turned out…
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In the NewsOctober 21, 2023 5:43 pm | By 51279
The Advocate: Donald Trump-Loving Pastor’s Christian Military Academy Promises No LGBTQ+ or ‘Woke’ Teachings
First published in The Advocate via Yahoo News. An anti-LGBTQ+ pastor in South Carolina described as Trump’s top pastor has announced plans to open a K-12 Christian military academy free from LGBTQ+ and other “woke agenda” teachings. Pastor Mark Burns…
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In the NewsOctober 16, 2023 1:15 pm | By 52560
The Hill: The fantasy that indictments will stop Donald Trump is fading fast
First published in The Hill. You can find anything on the internet, and one of those things is a countdown clock that tracks exactly how many days, hours, minutes and seconds remain until Election Day 2024. As those minutes slip by and Donald…
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In the NewsOctober 9, 2023 1:48 pm | By 52560
Svante Myrick for The Hill: The Conservative Juggernaut That’s Quietly Writing the Majority Out of US Laws
First published in The Hill. Last Wednesday, partygoers gathered at the National Portrait Gallery in downtown D.C. for a lavish event celebrating the 50 anniversary of the American Legislative Exchange Council, known as ALEC. It’s probably safe to say that outside of…
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In the NewsOctober 5, 2023 12:56 pm | By 51279
Common Dreams: Progressives Denounce ’50 Years of Harm’ by ALEC at Anniversary Gala
First published in Common Dreams. As the American Legislative Exchange Council celebrated its 50th anniversary Wednesday night, a coalition of public interest groups gathered to wish them "a happy unbirthday," in the words of one critic opposed to the shadowy…
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In the NewsOctober 4, 2023 1:04 pm | By 51279
The Guardian: Rightwing Group Behind Regressive US State Laws to Face Protest at DC Gala
First published in The Guardian. A broad coalition of opponents to the rightwing corporate agenda of the American Legislative Exchange Council (Alec) will hold a rally on Wednesday night outside a glitzy gala event to celebrate the secretive group’s 50th…
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In the NewsOctober 2, 2023 12:22 pm | By 51279
Sludge: ALEC Gala to Face Protest From Pro-Democracy Groups
First published in Sludge. The controversial conservative group behind “stand your ground” gun laws and “right-to-work” labor policies is celebrating 50 years on Wednesday night with a gala in D.C. ... Before the event, a coalition of pro-democracy groups will…
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In the NewsSeptember 25, 2023 6:12 pm | By 52560
Svante Myrick for The Hill: No Labels’ Friendly Facade Masks its Threat to America’s Future
First published in The Hill. “Can we all get along?” More than 30 years ago, after Los Angeles police officers charged with beating him were acquitted at trial, Rodney King asked that plaintive question that has gone down in history. His…
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In the NewsSeptember 21, 2023 3:43 pm | By 51279
MSNBC: The Christian right’s wish list for Trump is worse than you think
First published on MSNBC. At this year’s edition of Pray Vote Stand, the Christian right’s most influential political gathering, activists previewed their campaign to further cement Trump’s Christianization of the federal bench. The Center for Judicial Renewal, which is run by…
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In the NewsSeptember 21, 2023 3:25 pm | By 51279
Daily Kos: Cavalcade of Extremists: The Christian Nationalist/Anti-Semitic ReAwaken America Tour
First published in Daily Kos. The ReAwaken America Tour: Where T-Shirts Are Nasty & Paranoia Prevails The Christian nationalist ReAwaken America tour is back after a summer hiatus. The tour which features disgraced former General Michael Flynn, frequent guest speakers Eric…
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In the NewsSeptember 21, 2023 3:14 pm | By 52560
Svante Myrick for The Hill: Virginia’s elections are a bellwether for conservative policy nationwide
First published in The Hill. In just a few days, the first votes will be cast in elections that face intense scrutiny every time — and never more so than this year. Early voting in Virginia’s off-year statewide elections starts Friday. …