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General Discussion
Honest Query: If Trump imposes the 25% tariffs,
By no_hypocrisy - 13 hrs ago - 12 replies
Honest Query: If Trump imposes the 25% tariffs,
By no_hypocrisy - 13 hrs ago - 12 replies
General Discussion
Over a hundred people mostly senior citizens were
By malaise - 1 hr ago - 11 replies
Over a hundred people mostly senior citizens were
By malaise - 1 hr ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
What else do you think Joe could do in his remaining days in office?
By CTyankee - 8 hrs ago - 11 replies
What else do you think Joe could do in his remaining days in office?
By CTyankee - 8 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
Ana Kasparian ramping up her Faux Noose audition, I guess...?
By Montauk6 - 18 hrs ago - 11 replies
Ana Kasparian ramping up her Faux Noose audition, I guess...?
By Montauk6 - 18 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
Nato will be fine.. Trump cannot unilaterally just up and walk away..
By Peacetrain - 3 hrs ago - 10 replies
Nato will be fine.. Trump cannot unilaterally just up and walk away..
By Peacetrain - 3 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Activists Call on Biden to Clear Death Row Before Trump Takes Office
By Coventina - 3 hrs ago - 10 replies
Activists Call on Biden to Clear Death Row Before Trump Takes Office
By Coventina - 3 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Robert Reich: "Why did Democrats lose this election and how they can win again?
By red dog 1 - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
Robert Reich: "Why did Democrats lose this election and how they can win again?
By red dog 1 - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
UHC shooter, Luigi Mangione, [once] worked in an assisted-living facility for the elderly.
By speak easy - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
UHC shooter, Luigi Mangione, [once] worked in an assisted-living facility for the elderly.
By speak easy - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
Pets
You ever have a dog who just gives you that look I'm busy here human if you accidentally wake them.
By Duncanpup - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
You ever have a dog who just gives you that look I'm busy here human if you accidentally wake them.
By Duncanpup - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Clusters of unidentified drones spotted in New York and New Jersey
By Jilly_in_VA - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
Clusters of unidentified drones spotted in New York and New Jersey
By Jilly_in_VA - 4 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
How long until the first call to "Free Luigi" is seen online? (Poll)
By sarisataka - 6 hrs ago - 10 replies
How long until the first call to "Free Luigi" is seen online? (Poll)
By sarisataka - 6 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
The Hill: 62% of Americans say health care is government responsibility: Gallup
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 10 replies
The Hill: 62% of Americans say health care is government responsibility: Gallup
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
AlterNet: 'He is souring': Trump was reportedly 'shaken' by latest allegations against nominee
By Dennis Donovan - 12 hrs ago - 10 replies
AlterNet: 'He is souring': Trump was reportedly 'shaken' by latest allegations against nominee
By Dennis Donovan - 12 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
From The "Can't Make This Stuff Up" Files
By babylonsister - 22 hrs ago - 10 replies
From The "Can't Make This Stuff Up" Files
By babylonsister - 22 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
The Trump-Muskrat plot to kill Social Security
By red dog 1 - 2 hrs ago - 9 replies
The Trump-Muskrat plot to kill Social Security
By red dog 1 - 2 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
I'm sure another white, 20-something male will assassinate someone for a reason important to them...
By Self Esteem - 2 hrs ago - 9 replies
I'm sure another white, 20-something male will assassinate someone for a reason important to them...
By Self Esteem - 2 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Trump launches "Fight Fight Fight" perfume for Christmas
By Cyrano - 7 hrs ago - 9 replies
Trump launches "Fight Fight Fight" perfume for Christmas
By Cyrano - 7 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
everyones talking about the orange asshole removing the birthright for prez. aka 14th Amdmt. but....
By Javaman - 9 hrs ago - 9 replies
everyones talking about the orange asshole removing the birthright for prez. aka 14th Amdmt. but....
By Javaman - 9 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
I take some comfort with the upcoming situation with another tenure with Trump
By no_hypocrisy - 12 hrs ago - 9 replies
I take some comfort with the upcoming situation with another tenure with Trump
By no_hypocrisy - 12 hrs ago - 9 replies
Latest Breaking News
US to offer oil and gas leases in Alaska wildlife refuge on Jan. 9
By OKIsItJustMe - 2 hrs ago - 8 replies
US to offer oil and gas leases in Alaska wildlife refuge on Jan. 9
By OKIsItJustMe - 2 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
Bloomberg - Trump Won't Be Able to Save the Struggling US Beef Industry
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 4 hrs ago - 8 replies
Bloomberg - Trump Won't Be Able to Save the Struggling US Beef Industry
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 4 hrs ago - 8 replies
Latest Breaking News
Military pauses Osprey flights again after more metal failures are found in near-crash in November
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - 8 replies
Military pauses Osprey flights again after more metal failures are found in near-crash in November
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
The Killing of Young Mothers -NYT paywall free
By Diamond_Dog - 6 hrs ago - 8 replies
The Killing of Young Mothers -NYT paywall free
By Diamond_Dog - 6 hrs ago - 8 replies
The DU Lounge
What kind of doctor would best treat a sprained wrist and hand with injury to tendons, ligaments?
By Grasswire2 - 6 hrs ago - 8 replies
What kind of doctor would best treat a sprained wrist and hand with injury to tendons, ligaments?
By Grasswire2 - 6 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
Wait.... Drumpf wants to get rid of the electoral college?
By Takket - 8 hrs ago - 8 replies
Wait.... Drumpf wants to get rid of the electoral college?
By Takket - 8 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
Rupert Murdoch Owns Wall Street Journal, Fox News, and NYPost. Please avoid posting Murdoch's garbage here.
By emulatorloo - 8 hrs ago - 8 replies
Rupert Murdoch Owns Wall Street Journal, Fox News, and NYPost. Please avoid posting Murdoch's garbage here.
By emulatorloo - 8 hrs ago - 8 replies
Latest Breaking News
Minimum wage set to rise in 23 states next year as $15 an hour, and beyond, picks up steam
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - 8 replies
Minimum wage set to rise in 23 states next year as $15 an hour, and beyond, picks up steam
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - 8 replies
Latest Breaking News
Kinzinger has 'absolutely no worries' Trump will try to put him in jail
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago - 8 replies
Kinzinger has 'absolutely no worries' Trump will try to put him in jail
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago - 8 replies
Latest Breaking News
Florida Republicans grow supermajority as Tampa Democrat switches sides
By Jose Garcia - 1 hr ago - 7 replies
Florida Republicans grow supermajority as Tampa Democrat switches sides
By Jose Garcia - 1 hr ago - 7 replies
Cable News Clips
Nicolle Wallace: 'Why'd the employee at McDonalds see him before any of his family or friends did?' - Deadline - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago - 7 replies
Nicolle Wallace: 'Why'd the employee at McDonalds see him before any of his family or friends did?' - Deadline - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago - 7 replies
Cable News Clips
Valedictorian and Ivy League graduate named as person of interest in New York City CEO killing - Deadline - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago - 7 replies
Valedictorian and Ivy League graduate named as person of interest in New York City CEO killing - Deadline - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago - 7 replies
Latest Breaking News
Rupert Murdoch Loses Bid to Change Family Trust to Give Control to Son Lachlan (Report)
By ificandream - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
Rupert Murdoch Loses Bid to Change Family Trust to Give Control to Son Lachlan (Report)
By ificandream - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
Equal access to care and innovation are more important than profits in healthcare. And it's not just moral,
By ck4829 - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
Equal access to care and innovation are more important than profits in healthcare. And it's not just moral,
By ck4829 - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
The Borowitz Report- Reopening of Notre-Dame Marred by Appearance of Antichrist
By LetMyPeopleVote - 7 hrs ago - 7 replies
The Borowitz Report- Reopening of Notre-Dame Marred by Appearance of Antichrist
By LetMyPeopleVote - 7 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
It's interesting, and more than a little frightening...
By GiqueCee - 8 hrs ago - 7 replies
It's interesting, and more than a little frightening...
By GiqueCee - 8 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
The New Republic / Greg Sargent: Elon Musk's Stunning $250 Million Favor to Trump Should Wake Up Dems
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 7 replies
The New Republic / Greg Sargent: Elon Musk's Stunning $250 Million Favor to Trump Should Wake Up Dems
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
Trump just said he's going to treat those who voted against him the same as his MAGA supporters.
By Xipe Totec - 9 hrs ago - 7 replies
Trump just said he's going to treat those who voted against him the same as his MAGA supporters.
By Xipe Totec - 9 hrs ago - 7 replies
Seniors
'The Way We Live in the United States is Not Normal' 10 min
By Joinfortmill - 12 hrs ago - 7 replies
'The Way We Live in the United States is Not Normal' 10 min
By Joinfortmill - 12 hrs ago - 7 replies
Latest Breaking News
Adam Schiff to be sworn into the Senate, where he wants to be more than a Trump antagonist
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - 7 replies
Adam Schiff to be sworn into the Senate, where he wants to be more than a Trump antagonist
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
Trump says he can't guarantee tariffs won't raise US prices and won't rule out revenge prosecutions
By Galraedia - 21 hrs ago - 7 replies
Trump says he can't guarantee tariffs won't raise US prices and won't rule out revenge prosecutions
By Galraedia - 21 hrs ago - 7 replies
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Calls for JAILING Jan. 6 Committee Members in First Sit Down Interview Post-Election! - The Bulwark
By Rhiannon12866 - 22 hrs ago - 7 replies
Trump Calls for JAILING Jan. 6 Committee Members in First Sit Down Interview Post-Election! - The Bulwark
By Rhiannon12866 - 22 hrs ago - 7 replies
Latest Breaking News
Map Shows US Cities That Could Be Underwater in 2050
By BumRushDaShow - 23 hrs ago - 7 replies
Map Shows US Cities That Could Be Underwater in 2050
By BumRushDaShow - 23 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
The absolute worst part of Biden not getting reelected
By dsc - 6 hrs ago - 6 replies
The absolute worst part of Biden not getting reelected
By dsc - 6 hrs ago - 6 replies
Editorials & Other Articles
Arrest* Made in Dec 4 Assassination of UHC's CEO in NYC - Altoona, PA
By appalachiablue - 7 hrs ago - 6 replies
Arrest* Made in Dec 4 Assassination of UHC's CEO in NYC - Altoona, PA
By appalachiablue - 7 hrs ago - 6 replies
Latest Breaking News
South Korea imposes travel ban on president over martial law declaration
By BumRushDaShow - 7 hrs ago - 6 replies
South Korea imposes travel ban on president over martial law declaration
By BumRushDaShow - 7 hrs ago - 6 replies
General Discussion
Arab Americans become prominent voices in US politics - via Trump
By Coventina - 7 hrs ago - 6 replies
Arab Americans become prominent voices in US politics - via Trump
By Coventina - 7 hrs ago - 6 replies
General Discussion
(UHC CEO Murder) Man being held for questioning in Pennsylvania, sources say
By TheProle - 8 hrs ago - 6 replies
(UHC CEO Murder) Man being held for questioning in Pennsylvania, sources say
By TheProle - 8 hrs ago - 6 replies
The DU Lounge
Monday joke--Why did the pony miss singing in the Christmas concert? He was a little hoarse.
By debm55 - 9 hrs ago - 6 replies
Monday joke--Why did the pony miss singing in the Christmas concert? He was a little hoarse.
By debm55 - 9 hrs ago - 6 replies
Latest Breaking News
Zelenskyy Open to Western Troops Providing Security for End to War in Ukraine
By BumRushDaShow - 10 hrs ago - 6 replies
Zelenskyy Open to Western Troops Providing Security for End to War in Ukraine
By BumRushDaShow - 10 hrs ago - 6 replies
Liberal YouTubers
NYC SHOOTING SUGGESTS NEW ERA OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE - 12.9.24 Countdown with Keith Olbermann
By ihaveaquestion - 12 hrs ago - 6 replies
NYC SHOOTING SUGGESTS NEW ERA OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE - 12.9.24 Countdown with Keith Olbermann
By ihaveaquestion - 12 hrs ago - 6 replies
General Discussion
Louisiana miscarriage patient who had to cross state lines for a D&C wants answers
By RandySF - 2 hrs ago - 5 replies
Louisiana miscarriage patient who had to cross state lines for a D&C wants answers
By RandySF - 2 hrs ago - 5 replies
The DU Lounge
Washington Post history: how to make an otherwise interesting article sound ridiculous.
By DFW - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
Washington Post history: how to make an otherwise interesting article sound ridiculous.
By DFW - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
General Discussion
Bill Clinton blames 'mainstream media' coverage of emails for 2016 Hillary Clinton loss
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
Bill Clinton blames 'mainstream media' coverage of emails for 2016 Hillary Clinton loss
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
General Discussion
Bright attractive young nutcase shoots stranger in back to make some point
By struggle4progress - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
Bright attractive young nutcase shoots stranger in back to make some point
By struggle4progress - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
The DU Lounge
Ever notice that meat-eating humans like to consume animals with small brains and big bodies?
By erronis - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
Ever notice that meat-eating humans like to consume animals with small brains and big bodies?
By erronis - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
General Discussion
Rupert Murdoch Fails in Bid to Change Family Trust
By applegrove - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
Rupert Murdoch Fails in Bid to Change Family Trust
By applegrove - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
General Discussion
US polygamous leader with 20 'wives' faces sentencing for sexual abuse of children
By Jilly_in_VA - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
US polygamous leader with 20 'wives' faces sentencing for sexual abuse of children
By Jilly_in_VA - 4 hrs ago - 5 replies
General Discussion
Meet the Trump Nominees Selling Vitamins on the Side - WSJ
By question everything - 5 hrs ago - 5 replies
Meet the Trump Nominees Selling Vitamins on the Side - WSJ
By question everything - 5 hrs ago - 5 replies
Astrology, Spirituality & Alternative Healing
MA new reading: Cybersecurity election attacks? Third assassination attempt & Europe/Russia war potential
By SheltieLover - 7 hrs ago - 5 replies
MA new reading: Cybersecurity election attacks? Third assassination attempt & Europe/Russia war potential
By SheltieLover - 7 hrs ago - 5 replies
General Discussion
Really weird news story: FBI shooting at MS motel still unexplained, but family looking for answers (MS)
By SheltieLover - 8 hrs ago - 5 replies
Really weird news story: FBI shooting at MS motel still unexplained, but family looking for answers (MS)
By SheltieLover - 8 hrs ago - 5 replies
The DU Lounge
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (December 9, 2024)
By EarlG - 9 hrs ago - 5 replies
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (December 9, 2024)
By EarlG - 9 hrs ago - 5 replies
Latest Breaking News
Mississippi communities scarred by ICE raids fear future under Trump
By BumRushDaShow - 12 hrs ago - 5 replies
Mississippi communities scarred by ICE raids fear future under Trump
By BumRushDaShow - 12 hrs ago - 5 replies
Forum Spotlight: Music Appreciation
Elastica - ConnectionWar - All Day Music
On this day, December 9, 1934, Junior Wells was born.
Latest Breaking News
Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and says a US withdrawal from NATO is possible
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
A Sidelined Sitting President: South Korea's Leader Won't Run the Country
Yesterday - Wall Street Journal (gift link)
Yesterday - Wall Street Journal (gift link)
GOP wants 'mandatory training' of government workers to follow Trump's agenda: report
Yesterday - raw story
Yesterday - raw story
Trump aims to end birthright citizenship, says American citizens with family here illegally may be deported
Yesterday - NBC News
Yesterday - NBC News
'I Want Some Detail!' ABC's Raddatz Grills Trump Ally On Specific Plans For Military At Border
Yesterday - MEDIAite
Yesterday - MEDIAite
Russian state news agencies say ousted Syrian leader Bashar Assad is in Moscow and given asylum
Yesterday - Associated Press
Yesterday - Associated Press
GOP rifts open over Trump agenda as legislative landmines await new Congress
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Childcare still remains inaccessible, costly and unreliable for countless restaurant workers
Yesterday - Salon
Yesterday - Salon
Trump will 'most likely' pardon Capitol rioters on Day 1 and says Jan. 6 committee members should be jailed
Yesterday - NBC
Yesterday - NBC
Watching with trepidation and glee, Netanyahu orders military to seize Syria buffer zone
Yesterday - CNN by way of MSN
Yesterday - CNN by way of MSN
Clintons urge voters agitated by today's politics to remain involved in public service
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
Russia Says Syria's Assad Has Left Country and Gave Orders for Peaceful Power Handover
Yesterday - US News and World Report/Reuters
Yesterday - US News and World Report/Reuters
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting latest: Suspect's backpack had Monopoly money: Sources
Yesterday - ABC News
Yesterday - ABC News
Member of Little Rock Nine Christens Nuclear Submarine Named for Arkansas
Yesterday - US News and World Report/AP
Yesterday - US News and World Report/AP
Man who climbed onto the backs of rioters and used pole to strike at cops on Jan. 6 is going to prison
Yesterday - Law & Crime
Yesterday - Law & Crime
Settlement offers nearly $9M to Louisiana nursing home residents kept in warehouse during hurricane
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
Leaked video shows UnitedHealth Group chief complaining about 'vitriolic' coverage of Brian Thompson shooting
Yesterday - The Independent
Yesterday - The Independent
Syrian government appears to have fallen in stunning end to 50-year rule of Assad family
Saturday - AP News
Saturday - AP News
Military leaders are rattled by a list of 'woke' officers that a group urges Hegseth to fire
Saturday - Politico/AP
Saturday - Politico/AP
Teamsters union calls for Amazon to set bargaining dates after Thanksgiving strike
Saturday - The Hill
Saturday - The Hill
Rudy Giuliani's 'girlfriend' sues Trump crony for 'humiliating' her on disgraced ex-NYC mayor's radio show
Saturday - The Independent
Saturday - The Independent
WWE sexual abuse lawsuit naming Trump education secretary pick Linda McMahon is paused
Saturday - CBS News
Saturday - CBS News
Hegseth and Collins' push for cutting veterans health benefits alarms servicemembers and veterans groups
Saturday - CNN
Saturday - CNN
Election Day has long passed. In some states, legislatures are working to undermine the results
Saturday - AP
Saturday - AP