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General Discussion
Construction Industry Braces for One-Two Punch: Tariffs and Deportations - WSJ
By question everything - 3 hrs ago - 3 recs
Construction Industry Braces for One-Two Punch: Tariffs and Deportations - WSJ
By question everything - 3 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
I'm sure another white, 20-something male will assassinate someone for a reason important to them...
By Self Esteem - 3 hrs ago - 3 recs
I'm sure another white, 20-something male will assassinate someone for a reason important to them...
By Self Esteem - 3 hrs ago - 3 recs
Movies
On this day, December 9, 1905, Dalton Trumbo was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 3 hrs ago - 3 recs
On this day, December 9, 1905, Dalton Trumbo was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 3 hrs ago - 3 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Kamala Harris Addresses National Black Caucus of State Legislators - FULL REMARKS (12-5-2024)
By ificandream - 4 hrs ago - 3 recs
Kamala Harris Addresses National Black Caucus of State Legislators - FULL REMARKS (12-5-2024)
By ificandream - 4 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Liz Cheney calls Trump threat to jail her an 'assault on the rule of law'
By Coventina - 4 hrs ago - 3 recs
Liz Cheney calls Trump threat to jail her an 'assault on the rule of law'
By Coventina - 4 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Newsweek: Zelensky Open to Western Troops for Ukraine Security
By Dennis Donovan - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
Newsweek: Zelensky Open to Western Troops for Ukraine Security
By Dennis Donovan - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Bloomberg - Trump Won't Be Able to Save the Struggling US Beef Industry
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
Bloomberg - Trump Won't Be Able to Save the Struggling US Beef Industry
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Young man of privilege, wealth. Highly educated.
By Frasier Balzov - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
Young man of privilege, wealth. Highly educated.
By Frasier Balzov - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
The new MAGA meme about healthcare insurance is that Obamacare and Government regulations are to blame for
By Jit423 - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
The new MAGA meme about healthcare insurance is that Obamacare and Government regulations are to blame for
By Jit423 - 5 hrs ago - 3 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
Jeff Tiedrich - elderly golfer is an incoherent mess on Meet the Press
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
Jeff Tiedrich - elderly golfer is an incoherent mess on Meet the Press
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
A Russian-Backed Monster Falls, More Notes On What Comes Next, Our Final 2024 House Tally
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
A Russian-Backed Monster Falls, More Notes On What Comes Next, Our Final 2024 House Tally
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
This won't age well: MAGA journalist giddily predicts Democrats in 'wilderness' for 12 years
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
This won't age well: MAGA journalist giddily predicts Democrats in 'wilderness' for 12 years
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
What the Media Missed: Trump's awful administration and determined Democrats
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
What the Media Missed: Trump's awful administration and determined Democrats
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Meet the Trump Nominees Selling Vitamins on the Side - WSJ
By question everything - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
Meet the Trump Nominees Selling Vitamins on the Side - WSJ
By question everything - 6 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Trump launches "Fight Fight Fight" perfume for Christmas
By Cyrano - 8 hrs ago - 3 recs
Trump launches "Fight Fight Fight" perfume for Christmas
By Cyrano - 8 hrs ago - 3 recs
Mississippi
Mississippi communities scarred by ICE raids fear a future under Trump
By Jilly_in_VA - 9 hrs ago - 3 recs
Mississippi communities scarred by ICE raids fear a future under Trump
By Jilly_in_VA - 9 hrs ago - 3 recs
The DU Lounge
Has anybody here tried to switch to decaf coffee in the morning?
By CTyankee - 9 hrs ago - 3 recs
Has anybody here tried to switch to decaf coffee in the morning?
By CTyankee - 9 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
(UHC CEO Murder) Man being held for questioning in Pennsylvania, sources say
By TheProle - 9 hrs ago - 3 recs
(UHC CEO Murder) Man being held for questioning in Pennsylvania, sources say
By TheProle - 9 hrs ago - 3 recs
TV Chat
On this day, December 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" was shown for the first time.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
On this day, December 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" was shown for the first time.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
Movies
On this day, December 9, 1902, Margaret Hamilton was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
On this day, December 9, 1902, Margaret Hamilton was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
Cancer Support
Does anyone know how I can find someone to come to my house
By wryter2000 - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
Does anyone know how I can find someone to come to my house
By wryter2000 - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Trump just said he's going to treat those who voted against him the same as his MAGA supporters.
By Xipe Totec - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
Trump just said he's going to treat those who voted against him the same as his MAGA supporters.
By Xipe Totec - 10 hrs ago - 3 recs
Personal Finance and Investing
IRS Shakeup? What Trump's Commissioner Pick Could Mean for Taxes
By mahatmakanejeeves - 11 hrs ago - 3 recs
IRS Shakeup? What Trump's Commissioner Pick Could Mean for Taxes
By mahatmakanejeeves - 11 hrs ago - 3 recs
Musicians
This amplitube simulator is amazing it is from I.K. Media.
By Duncanpup - 12 hrs ago - 3 recs
This amplitube simulator is amazing it is from I.K. Media.
By Duncanpup - 12 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Honest Query: If Trump imposes the 25% tariffs,
By no_hypocrisy - 14 hrs ago - 3 recs
Honest Query: If Trump imposes the 25% tariffs,
By no_hypocrisy - 14 hrs ago - 3 recs
Cable News Clips
For Biden's legacy, is it worth pardoning Trump's critics? - MSNBC Reports
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago - 3 recs
For Biden's legacy, is it worth pardoning Trump's critics? - MSNBC Reports
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago - 3 recs
Cable News Clips
Trump's deportation policy can cause an 'economic catastrophe': President of NextGen America - MSNBC Reports
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago - 3 recs
Trump's deportation policy can cause an 'economic catastrophe': President of NextGen America - MSNBC Reports
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago - 3 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Lawyers BRAWL IT OUT and DESTROY Each Other - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago - 3 recs
Trump Lawyers BRAWL IT OUT and DESTROY Each Other - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago - 3 recs
Cable News Clips
Amnesty International Chief on how organization concluded Israel is committing genocide in Gaza - Ayman - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago - 3 recs
Amnesty International Chief on how organization concluded Israel is committing genocide in Gaza - Ayman - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago - 3 recs
Cable News Clips
Rep. Robert Garcia predicts Pete Hegseth 'won't even make it to the actual confirmation process' - Ayman - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago - 3 recs
Rep. Robert Garcia predicts Pete Hegseth 'won't even make it to the actual confirmation process' - Ayman - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago - 3 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Online Video Causes Marjorie Taylor Greene to Eat Her Words - Rebel HQ
By TexasTowelie - 22 hrs ago - 3 recs
Online Video Causes Marjorie Taylor Greene to Eat Her Words - Rebel HQ
By TexasTowelie - 22 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
For 8 Months, Traffic Enforcement on New Jersey's Highways Plummeted
By dalton99a - 22 hrs ago - 3 recs
For 8 Months, Traffic Enforcement on New Jersey's Highways Plummeted
By dalton99a - 22 hrs ago - 3 recs
Environment & Energy
Bye-bye microplastics: new plastic is recyclable and fully ocean-degradable
By OKIsItJustMe - 23 hrs ago - 3 recs
Bye-bye microplastics: new plastic is recyclable and fully ocean-degradable
By OKIsItJustMe - 23 hrs ago - 3 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Calls for JAILING Jan. 6 Committee Members in First Sit Down Interview Post-Election! - The Bulwark
By Rhiannon12866 - 23 hrs ago - 3 recs
Trump Calls for JAILING Jan. 6 Committee Members in First Sit Down Interview Post-Election! - The Bulwark
By Rhiannon12866 - 23 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
As Syrian Rebels Advance, Russian Navy Leaves Port of Tartus
By Swede - 23 hrs ago - 3 recs
As Syrian Rebels Advance, Russian Navy Leaves Port of Tartus
By Swede - 23 hrs ago - 3 recs
General Discussion
Luigi Mangione Fundraiser Surges After Arrest in UnitedHealthcare Shooting
By peregrinus - 17 min ago - 2 recs
Luigi Mangione Fundraiser Surges After Arrest in UnitedHealthcare Shooting
By peregrinus - 17 min ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Proud Boys Leader Threatened With Contempt In DC Cop Trial - Raw News And Politics
By Rhiannon12866 - 32 min ago - 2 recs
Proud Boys Leader Threatened With Contempt In DC Cop Trial - Raw News And Politics
By Rhiannon12866 - 32 min ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Breaking: Update on Republican effort to undo Democratic win - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 51 min ago - 2 recs
Breaking: Update on Republican effort to undo Democratic win - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 51 min ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Trump's EXPLOSIVE Pardon Plan for Jan 6: Worse Than We Thought! - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - 2 recs
Trump's EXPLOSIVE Pardon Plan for Jan 6: Worse Than We Thought! - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - 2 recs
Washington
Boeing lays off 396 more workers in Washington
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - 2 recs
Boeing lays off 396 more workers in Washington
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
FL: Hillsborough Democrat Susan Valdes switches to Republican Party
By In It to Win It - 2 hrs ago - 2 recs
FL: Hillsborough Democrat Susan Valdes switches to Republican Party
By In It to Win It - 2 hrs ago - 2 recs
Illinois
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson says his top adviser voting in Texas is 'personal matter'
By MichMan - 2 hrs ago - 2 recs
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson says his top adviser voting in Texas is 'personal matter'
By MichMan - 2 hrs ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Suspect in CEO's Murder Taken Into Custody at McDonalds! Internet Erupts - Bulwark Takes
By Rhiannon12866 - 3 hrs ago - 2 recs
Suspect in CEO's Murder Taken Into Custody at McDonalds! Internet Erupts - Bulwark Takes
By Rhiannon12866 - 3 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
Montgomery County Judge Gail A. Weilheimer Confirmed for Federal Bench
By RandySF - 3 hrs ago - 2 recs
Montgomery County Judge Gail A. Weilheimer Confirmed for Federal Bench
By RandySF - 3 hrs ago - 2 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
Well, well: Fox News hosts blast GOP lawmaker after cousin is arrested for health care CEO shooting (Alternet)
By ificandream - 3 hrs ago - 2 recs
Well, well: Fox News hosts blast GOP lawmaker after cousin is arrested for health care CEO shooting (Alternet)
By ificandream - 3 hrs ago - 2 recs
North Carolina
Supreme Court election protest ensnares voters of all stripes, including some elected officials
By RandySF - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
Supreme Court election protest ensnares voters of all stripes, including some elected officials
By RandySF - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
National Security & Defense
'Your heart is always broken': Families whose loved ones died want to know why the military's Ospreys keep crashing
By mahatmakanejeeves - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
'Your heart is always broken': Families whose loved ones died want to know why the military's Ospreys keep crashing
By mahatmakanejeeves - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
The Myths of Bluebeard and Orangeskin -- Rayne at Emptywheel
By erronis - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
The Myths of Bluebeard and Orangeskin -- Rayne at Emptywheel
By erronis - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
The Hill: Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader Syrian rebels who toppled Assad
By Dennis Donovan - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
The Hill: Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader Syrian rebels who toppled Assad
By Dennis Donovan - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
Lara Trump stepping down as RNC co-chair and addressing speculation about Florida Senate seat
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Lara Trump stepping down as RNC co-chair and addressing speculation about Florida Senate seat
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
Boasting is Easy, Governing is Hard
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Boasting is Easy, Governing is Hard
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Cable News Clips
Trump repeats tariff threat, Canada becoming 51st state
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Trump repeats tariff threat, Canada becoming 51st state
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
HPV vaccine saving lives; RFK Jr. should see that
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
HPV vaccine saving lives; RFK Jr. should see that
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Environment & Energy
Dubai's Production of Green Hydrogen Reduces 450 Tonnes of CO2 Emissions
By Caribbeans - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Dubai's Production of Green Hydrogen Reduces 450 Tonnes of CO2 Emissions
By Caribbeans - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Let's talk about the US move in Syria and the signal.... Belle of the Ranch
By TexasTowelie - 6 hrs ago - 2 recs
Let's talk about the US move in Syria and the signal.... Belle of the Ranch
By TexasTowelie - 6 hrs ago - 2 recs
The DU Lounge
What kind of doctor would best treat a sprained wrist and hand with injury to tendons, ligaments?
By Grasswire2 - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
What kind of doctor would best treat a sprained wrist and hand with injury to tendons, ligaments?
By Grasswire2 - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
Raw Story: AI weather models can now beat the best traditional forecasts
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Raw Story: AI weather models can now beat the best traditional forecasts
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Latest Breaking News
South Korea imposes travel ban on president over martial law declaration
By BumRushDaShow - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
South Korea imposes travel ban on president over martial law declaration
By BumRushDaShow - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Virginia
On this day, December 9, 1915, the Hopewell Fire occurred.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 9 hrs ago - 2 recs
On this day, December 9, 1915, the Hopewell Fire occurred.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 9 hrs ago - 2 recs
Showbiz
On December 8, 1925, singer, dancer, actor Sammy Davis Jr. was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 9 hrs ago - 2 recs
On December 8, 1925, singer, dancer, actor Sammy Davis Jr. was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 9 hrs ago - 2 recs
Forum Spotlight: Music Appreciation
Wildfire - Michael Martin Murphey live on LettermanElastica - Connection
War - All Day Music
Latest Breaking News
LPGA and USGA to require players to be assigned female at birth or transition before male puberty
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Scorching Floor Rant: Will They Replace Background Checks With a 'Fox News Screen Test?'
Wednesday - MEDIAite
Wednesday - MEDIAite
Gavin Newsom wants $25M to fight Trump as president-elect's legal 'hurricane' looms over California
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Peter Navarro served prison time related to Jan. 6. Now Trump is bringing him back as an adviser
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Head of Democratic Caucus says thin House margins make attendance vital next year
Wednesday - The Hill
Wednesday - The Hill
UK, US clamp down on money laundering rings allegedly favored by Russian oligarchs and Western drug gangs
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Trump energy nominee misinterprets studies to support claims, scientists say
Wednesday - Washington Post
Wednesday - Washington Post
Jerry Nadler Stepping Down From Top Spot On Judiciary Committee, Endorses Jamie Raskin
Wednesday - Huff Post
Wednesday - Huff Post
Giuliani likely to be held in contempt for missing filing deadline after telling court it was 'his main focus right now'
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Trump taps crypto enthusiast Paul Atkins to lead the SEC and Gail Slater as the new tech antitrust cop
Wednesday - CNN Business
Wednesday - CNN Business
District of Columbia says Amazon secretly stopped fast deliveries to 2 predominantly Black zip codes
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Russia sends general to Kursk region amid North Korean troops' complaints - Ukraine's intelligence
Wednesday - RBC Ukraine
Wednesday - RBC Ukraine
Ohio Satanic Temple to offer religious program for elementary school students
Wednesday - The Guardian
Wednesday - The Guardian
US Senator Blasts Airlines for Viewing Passengers as 'Walking Piggy Banks'
Wednesday - US News and World Report/Reuters
Wednesday - US News and World Report/Reuters
UnitedHealthcare CEO fatally shot outside of Hilton hotel in Midtown in possible targeted attack: sources
Wednesday - New York Post
Wednesday - New York Post
Iowa sues Biden administration for citizenship status of over 2,000 registered voters
Wednesday - KCCI-TV Des Moines, IA/AP
Wednesday - KCCI-TV Des Moines, IA/AP
Proud Boys Leader Called To Testify In Trial Of Former Cop Accused Of Being A 'Double Agent'
Wednesday - Huff Post
Wednesday - Huff Post
US border arrests drop 17% in November, dousing predictions of post-election surge
Wednesday - The Independent
Wednesday - The Independent
Democrat Adam Gray captures California's 13th US House District, ousting Republican Rep. John Duarte
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
U.S. officials urge Americans to use encrypted apps amid unprecedented cyberattack
Wednesday - NBC News
Wednesday - NBC News
Democrats flip seat in California's Central Valley in nation's final outstanding House race
Wednesday - Los Angeles Times
Wednesday - Los Angeles Times
US officials still working to evict Chinese hackers from major US telecom networks
Tuesday - CNN Politics
Tuesday - CNN Politics
NEW: Lindsey Graham Calls Pete Hegseth Reports 'Very Disturbing,' Confirmation Will Be 'Difficult'
Tuesday - MEDIAite
Tuesday - MEDIAite