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Washington
Marysville school board talks pros and cons of closure options
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
Marysville school board talks pros and cons of closure options
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
The DU Lounge
Top Ten Worst Songs Made Since 1950
By AZLD4Candidate - 125 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Top Ten Worst Songs Made Since 1950
By AZLD4Candidate - 125 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Washington
Gun group wants new taxes and permits for WA firearm sales
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
Gun group wants new taxes and permits for WA firearm sales
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
NPR: Mangione investigation latest (bullet casings match weapon)
By Dennis Donovan - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
NPR: Mangione investigation latest (bullet casings match weapon)
By Dennis Donovan - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
Washington
Replacement picked for longtime Washington senator
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
Replacement picked for longtime Washington senator
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Supreme Court weighs limits on key federal environmental law
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
Supreme Court weighs limits on key federal environmental law
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
The Medicare Advantage trap: What they don't tell you
By justaprogressive - 150 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
The Medicare Advantage trap: What they don't tell you
By justaprogressive - 150 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Washington
World Cup expected to generate nearly $1 billion windfall for Seattle area
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
World Cup expected to generate nearly $1 billion windfall for Seattle area
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
John Fetterman has joined Truth Social and just posted
By obamanut2012 - 75 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
John Fetterman has joined Truth Social and just posted
By obamanut2012 - 75 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
All I see is appeasement and acquiescence
By edhopper - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
All I see is appeasement and acquiescence
By edhopper - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Satire: Maybe We're Going to Need A List
By MineralMan - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Satire: Maybe We're Going to Need A List
By MineralMan - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Music Appreciation
This was written during W but it fits Senators too.
By moniss - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
This was written during W but it fits Senators too.
By moniss - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Ken Klippenstein: I got the Luigi Mangione manifesto. The real one, not the forgery circulating online.
By Dennis Donovan - 100 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Ken Klippenstein: I got the Luigi Mangione manifesto. The real one, not the forgery circulating online.
By Dennis Donovan - 100 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
I'm so pissed! I ordered a NOEL sign for my porch and this is what the dumb bastards sent me:
By Floyd R. Turbo - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
I'm so pissed! I ordered a NOEL sign for my porch and this is what the dumb bastards sent me:
By Floyd R. Turbo - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
With Liberty in Laundry Act, Republicans remain fixated on home appliances
By LetMyPeopleVote - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
With Liberty in Laundry Act, Republicans remain fixated on home appliances
By LetMyPeopleVote - 14 hrs ago - 0 replies
The DU Lounge
If you were Santa, what type of cookie would you want left out for you? Mine is oatmeal raisin
By debm55 - 100 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
If you were Santa, what type of cookie would you want left out for you? Mine is oatmeal raisin
By debm55 - 100 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Fear in the C-Suite after UnitedHealthcare CEO gunned down
By sarisataka - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Fear in the C-Suite after UnitedHealthcare CEO gunned down
By sarisataka - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Say the next insurance "adjustor" expresses his anger
By sarisataka - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Say the next insurance "adjustor" expresses his anger
By sarisataka - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Sen Fetterman on gunman: "He's the asshole that's going to die in prison. Congratulations if you want to celebrate that.
By Dennis Donovan - 75 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Sen Fetterman on gunman: "He's the asshole that's going to die in prison. Congratulations if you want to celebrate that.
By Dennis Donovan - 75 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Liberal YouTubers
Let's talk about Dems trying to stop Trump from getting more judges.... - Belle of the Ranch
By TexasTowelie - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
Let's talk about Dems trying to stop Trump from getting more judges.... - Belle of the Ranch
By TexasTowelie - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
Latest Breaking News
Hospitals gave patients meds during childbirth, then reported them for illicit drug use
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Hospitals gave patients meds during childbirth, then reported them for illicit drug use
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
With all due respect, Governor Shapiro . . .
By markpkessinger - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
With all due respect, Governor Shapiro . . .
By markpkessinger - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
The depth of disgust towards health ins companies is THE biggest takeway & Dems should respond to this void in the
By themaguffin - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
The depth of disgust towards health ins companies is THE biggest takeway & Dems should respond to this void in the
By themaguffin - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
John Fetterman has joined Truth Social and just posted
By obamanut2012 - 50 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
John Fetterman has joined Truth Social and just posted
By obamanut2012 - 50 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Maryland
Man convicted of killing Lyon sisters to start serving time for 1975 murders amid new probe of other crimes
By mahatmakanejeeves - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
Man convicted of killing Lyon sisters to start serving time for 1975 murders amid new probe of other crimes
By mahatmakanejeeves - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
Jewish Group
An excellent new podcast covering Khaybar, Syria, Jihadi weapons on campus, Hamas in the World Central Kitchen, and more
By Richard D - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
An excellent new podcast covering Khaybar, Syria, Jihadi weapons on campus, Hamas in the World Central Kitchen, and more
By Richard D - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
Environment & Energy
New concept for sustainable fuel cell polymer electrolytes overcomes barriers in high-temperature, low-humidity use, ...
By OKIsItJustMe - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
New concept for sustainable fuel cell polymer electrolytes overcomes barriers in high-temperature, low-humidity use, ...
By OKIsItJustMe - 15 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 100 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 100 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Fettermen appears to be going maga
By Voltaire2 - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Fettermen appears to be going maga
By Voltaire2 - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
what the hell is the "Far Left"?
By onethatcares - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
what the hell is the "Far Left"?
By onethatcares - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
The Kyiv Independent: Russia may launch new Oreshnik missile against Ukraine in 'coming days,' US intelligence says
By Dennis Donovan - 16 hrs ago - 0 replies
The Kyiv Independent: Russia may launch new Oreshnik missile against Ukraine in 'coming days,' US intelligence says
By Dennis Donovan - 16 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
If you're backbiting at Biden, Garland, Kamala, or any other lame duck you're defending the past, not the future
By bigtree - 50 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
If you're backbiting at Biden, Garland, Kamala, or any other lame duck you're defending the past, not the future
By bigtree - 50 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Latest Breaking News
Kimberly Guilfoyle picked by Trump to be ambassador to Greece
By riversedge - 50 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Kimberly Guilfoyle picked by Trump to be ambassador to Greece
By riversedge - 50 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
"We Didn't Get No Justice": Jordan Neely's Uncle Slams Daniel Penny Acquittal in NYC Subway Killing
By Uncle Joe - 16 hrs ago - 0 replies
"We Didn't Get No Justice": Jordan Neely's Uncle Slams Daniel Penny Acquittal in NYC Subway Killing
By Uncle Joe - 16 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
John Fetterman has joined Truth Social and just posted
By obamanut2012 - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
John Fetterman has joined Truth Social and just posted
By obamanut2012 - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
AI Firm's 'Stop Hiring Humans' Billboard Campaign Sparks Outrage
By bronxiteforever - 16 hrs ago - 0 replies
AI Firm's 'Stop Hiring Humans' Billboard Campaign Sparks Outrage
By bronxiteforever - 16 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 75 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 75 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Wouldn't you think that something called a Cyber TRUCK would have 4wd?
By Baitball Blogger - 25 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Wouldn't you think that something called a Cyber TRUCK would have 4wd?
By Baitball Blogger - 25 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
we've learned nothing the last 30 years
By The Wandering Harper - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
we've learned nothing the last 30 years
By The Wandering Harper - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
Cable News Clips
"Indefensible": U.S. Continues Deporting Haitians Amid Political Instability, Massacres
By Uncle Joe - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
"Indefensible": U.S. Continues Deporting Haitians Amid Political Instability, Massacres
By Uncle Joe - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Daniel Penny beams, crowd breaks out in applause as Marine vet is acquitted in subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely
By 4th - 150 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Daniel Penny beams, crowd breaks out in applause as Marine vet is acquitted in subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely
By 4th - 150 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 50 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 50 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
Rep. Delia Ramirez: Trump's Immigration Plans Are "Un-American, Unconstitutional & Undemocratic"
By Uncle Joe - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
Rep. Delia Ramirez: Trump's Immigration Plans Are "Un-American, Unconstitutional & Undemocratic"
By Uncle Joe - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
Media
Stolen identities. Stolen articles: AI slop is already invading Oregon's local journalism
By cbabe - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
Stolen identities. Stolen articles: AI slop is already invading Oregon's local journalism
By cbabe - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
WATCH LIVE: House Foreign committee holds hearing on Afghanistan withdrawal with Blinken
By mahatmakanejeeves - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
WATCH LIVE: House Foreign committee holds hearing on Afghanistan withdrawal with Blinken
By mahatmakanejeeves - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
I think the reason that many working-class men voted for Rump is because they love tough guys and they were fooled
By LaMouffette - 50 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
I think the reason that many working-class men voted for Rump is because they love tough guys and they were fooled
By LaMouffette - 50 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Shapiro: "Hear me on this: he is no hero."
By TheProle - 75 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Shapiro: "Hear me on this: he is no hero."
By TheProle - 75 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
2 year old Fresno, California boy shoots and kills his 22 year old mom. gun belonged to boyfriend
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 25 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
2 year old Fresno, California boy shoots and kills his 22 year old mom. gun belonged to boyfriend
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 25 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
The Kyiv Independent: How the downfall of Russia-backed Assad in Syria may affect Ukraine war
By Dennis Donovan - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
The Kyiv Independent: How the downfall of Russia-backed Assad in Syria may affect Ukraine war
By Dennis Donovan - 17 hrs ago - 0 replies
Cable News Clips
Top U.S. & World Headlines -- December 11, 2024
By Uncle Joe - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
Top U.S. & World Headlines -- December 11, 2024
By Uncle Joe - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
So why did we have the big man hunt for Mangione?
By HereForTheParty - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
So why did we have the big man hunt for Mangione?
By HereForTheParty - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
What rule did you have in you school that students no longer have? Standing when answering a question.
By debm55 - 75 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
What rule did you have in you school that students no longer have? Standing when answering a question.
By debm55 - 75 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Seriously, what's the difference between Penny, Zimmerman and Rittenhouse?
By brush - 100 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Seriously, what's the difference between Penny, Zimmerman and Rittenhouse?
By brush - 100 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Interview Shows Just How Far Trump Will Take Just a Single Lie! Will's Take
By ihaveaquestion - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
Trump Interview Shows Just How Far Trump Will Take Just a Single Lie! Will's Take
By ihaveaquestion - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Some batches of MadeGood granola bars recalled over possible metal contamination
By nitpicked - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
Some batches of MadeGood granola bars recalled over possible metal contamination
By nitpicked - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Wanted posters of top healthcare execs appear in NYC
By Demovictory9 - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Time to explain why I've been so insufferably pissed off since Nov. 6th
By Aviation Pro - 75 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Time to explain why I've been so insufferably pissed off since Nov. 6th
By Aviation Pro - 75 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Garland failed us again.....
By getagrip_already - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Garland failed us again.....
By getagrip_already - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Environment & Energy
Supreme Court seems likely to narrow environmental reviews for projects
By mahatmakanejeeves - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
Supreme Court seems likely to narrow environmental reviews for projects
By mahatmakanejeeves - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
I think the reason that many working-class men voted for Rump is because they love tough guys and they were fooled
By LaMouffette - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
I think the reason that many working-class men voted for Rump is because they love tough guys and they were fooled
By LaMouffette - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
What if the death machines that health insurance companies build were visible
By ProfessorPlum - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
What if the death machines that health insurance companies build were visible
By ProfessorPlum - 18 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Tech's benevolent-dictator-for-life to authoritarian pipeline by Cory Doctorow
By justaprogressive - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
Tech's benevolent-dictator-for-life to authoritarian pipeline by Cory Doctorow
By justaprogressive - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
It makes sense that The Insurance Adjuster comes from a privileged background
By ProfessorPlum - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
It makes sense that The Insurance Adjuster comes from a privileged background
By ProfessorPlum - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
Which of your Christmas ornaments are the most special to you. Can include more then one.
By debm55 - 50 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
Which of your Christmas ornaments are the most special to you. Can include more then one.
By debm55 - 50 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
TV Chat
Wednesday, Dec. 11 - Late-night talk show guest listings
By FakeNoose - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
Wednesday, Dec. 11 - Late-night talk show guest listings
By FakeNoose - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
SCOTUSblog: The morning read for Wednesday, Dec. 11
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
SCOTUSblog: The morning read for Wednesday, Dec. 11
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
General Discussion
Oliver Willis: I watched Democrats comply with Bush in 2001. All we got for it is death and destruction.
By Dennis Donovan - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
Oliver Willis: I watched Democrats comply with Bush in 2001. All we got for it is death and destruction.
By Dennis Donovan - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
Music Appreciation
On December 10, 2019, Gershon Kingsley died.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
On December 10, 2019, Gershon Kingsley died.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago - 0 replies
Forum Spotlight: California
Losing candidate sues county to overturn Shasta Lake election resultsCA-AD32: Gov. Newsom calls for special election in California's 32nd Assembly District
Election error prompts lawsuit in Greenfield Union School District race
Latest Breaking News
Casten introduces new privileged resolution to force Ethics Committee to release Gaetz report
Dec 3 - ABC News
Dec 3 - ABC News
Trump transition signs agreement with Justice Department, paving the way for FBI background checks on Trump picks
Dec 3 - CNN
Dec 3 - CNN
Judge nixes former Trump aide's bid to dodge deposition questions from president-elect and plaintiffs in Jan. 6 lawsuit
Dec 3 - Law & Crime
Dec 3 - Law & Crime
McConnell cries foul after 2 Democratic judges cancel retirement after Trump victory
Dec 3 - The Hill
Dec 3 - The Hill
Democrats blast Republicans for 'fueling a political agenda' with Covid report and push back on lab leak claim
Dec 3 - The Independent
Dec 3 - The Independent
NATO's chief avoids talk of Ukraine's membership. He says the priority is helping Kyiv defend itself
Dec 3 - AP
Dec 3 - AP
Sale of RFK Jr.'s Beloved Raw Milk Suspended at Farm in Home State After Bird Flu Detected
Dec 3 - daily beast
Dec 3 - daily beast
US Department of Labor announces proposed rule to phase out certificates allowing payment of less than minimum wage
Dec 3 - Department of Labor
Dec 3 - Department of Labor
Idaho's 'abortion trafficking' law mostly can be enforced as lawsuit proceeds, court rules
Dec 3 - ABC News/AP
Dec 3 - ABC News/AP
Blinken heads to final NATO foreign ministers meeting of Biden administration with Ukraine in focus
Dec 3 - AP
Dec 3 - AP
House Covid-19 panel releases final report criticizing public health response to the pandemic
Dec 3 - CNN Health
Dec 3 - CNN Health
California won't aid Trump's massive deportation plans because it legally can't, says senator
Dec 3 - The Independent
Dec 3 - The Independent
Unions score major win in Wisconsin with court ruling restoring collective bargaining rights
Dec 3 - Politico
Dec 3 - Politico
Trudeau told Trump Americans would also suffer if tariffs are imposed, a Canadian minister says
Dec 3 - AP
Dec 3 - AP
Schumer says bipartisan talks to avoid shutdown before Christmas 'on the right track'
Dec 3 - The Hill
Dec 3 - The Hill
FTC opens Microsoft antitrust investigation that Trump administration must carry on or drop
Dec 2 - AP
Dec 2 - AP
Roger Golubski, ex-KCKPD detective accused of abuse, dead of apparent suicide before trial
Dec 2 - KCUR-FM via Kansas Reflector
Dec 2 - KCUR-FM via Kansas Reflector
Children illegally worked dangerous overnight shifts at pork processing plant, feds find
Dec 2 - CBS News
Dec 2 - CBS News
More than 3 million travelers screened at US airports in single day. That's a record
Dec 2 - ABC News/AP
Dec 2 - ABC News/AP
Exclusive: US, UAE discussed lifting Assad sanctions in exchange for break with Iran, sources say
Dec 2 - Reuters
Dec 2 - Reuters
Trump Threatens 'Hell to Pay' Unless Gaza Hostages Are Freed Before Inauguration
Dec 2 - New York Times
Dec 2 - New York Times
Judge strikes down core parts of Act 10 that stripped most public workers' union rights
Dec 2 - Wisconsin Examiner
Dec 2 - Wisconsin Examiner