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General Discussion
Mark Hamill: Is it possible to overdose on schadenfreude? 🤔
By highplainsdem - 51 sec ago
Mark Hamill: Is it possible to overdose on schadenfreude? 🤔
By highplainsdem - 51 sec ago
General Discussion
Ice kidnapping. What a heinous bunch of thugs Trump has working his tearing down of the country.
By Swede - 3 min ago
Ice kidnapping. What a heinous bunch of thugs Trump has working his tearing down of the country.
By Swede - 3 min ago
Environment & Energy
Greece passes first hydrogen law: Unlocking the national hydrogen economy
By Caribbeans - 8 min ago
Greece passes first hydrogen law: Unlocking the national hydrogen economy
By Caribbeans - 8 min ago
General Discussion
Colbert SLAMMED Biden to the point I stopped watching his show
By ALBliberal - 12 min ago
Colbert SLAMMED Biden to the point I stopped watching his show
By ALBliberal - 12 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Adam Mockler: Watch Joe Rogan Realize TRUMP DUPED HIM!
By LiberalArkie - 13 min ago
Adam Mockler: Watch Joe Rogan Realize TRUMP DUPED HIM!
By LiberalArkie - 13 min ago
The DU Lounge
Hi DU freinds. I made it through the surgery.
By Clouds Passing - 50 replies @ 25 min ago (Milestone)
Hi DU freinds. I made it through the surgery.
By Clouds Passing - 50 replies @ 25 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Why are Trump and the GOP Working So Hard to Ruin America?
By thomhartmann - 25 replies @ 30 min ago (Milestone)
Why are Trump and the GOP Working So Hard to Ruin America?
By thomhartmann - 25 replies @ 30 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
NYT: Inside the Long Friendship Between Trump and Epstein
By edbermac - 30 min ago
NYT: Inside the Long Friendship Between Trump and Epstein
By edbermac - 30 min ago
General Discussion
Is it me or does every passing day seem worst then the next under this evil orange Hitler administration?
By kimbutgar - 25 replies @ 35 min ago (Milestone)
Is it me or does every passing day seem worst then the next under this evil orange Hitler administration?
By kimbutgar - 25 replies @ 35 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Didn't Trump also recruit girls for Epstein, like Maxwell did?
By intrepidity - 40 min ago
Didn't Trump also recruit girls for Epstein, like Maxwell did?
By intrepidity - 40 min ago
General Discussion
When Trump dies, how will you celebrate?
By Chasstev365 - 25 replies @ 46 min ago (Milestone)
When Trump dies, how will you celebrate?
By Chasstev365 - 25 replies @ 46 min ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
🟧 @ChrisMurphyCT: If you refuse to see what is happening, the cancellation of the Colbert show should open your eyes
By Passages - 48 min ago
🟧 @ChrisMurphyCT: If you refuse to see what is happening, the cancellation of the Colbert show should open your eyes
By Passages - 48 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Founder of Right-Wing Group Behind Project 2025 Dies at 83
By BumRushDaShow - 49 min ago
Founder of Right-Wing Group Behind Project 2025 Dies at 83
By BumRushDaShow - 49 min ago
Music Appreciation
Ozzy + Black Sabbath Farewell Concert Sets New All-Time Record (highest-grossing charity concert of all time)
By highplainsdem - 56 min ago
Ozzy + Black Sabbath Farewell Concert Sets New All-Time Record (highest-grossing charity concert of all time)
By highplainsdem - 56 min ago
The DU Lounge
Give us something quirky your pet does or did. I had a cat that would only drink from a red Solo cup. What about your
By debm55 - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Give us something quirky your pet does or did. I had a cat that would only drink from a red Solo cup. What about your
By debm55 - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Editorials & Other Articles
At least 32 Palestinians killed in Gaza as IDF fires on crowds seeking food
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago
At least 32 Palestinians killed in Gaza as IDF fires on crowds seeking food
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Elizabeth Warren on Why the Crypto Bill GENIUS Act Creates a Superhighway for Trump Corruption
By Celerity - 1 hr ago
Elizabeth Warren on Why the Crypto Bill GENIUS Act Creates a Superhighway for Trump Corruption
By Celerity - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
"Here are the Declaration of Independence's Grievances Against King George III. Many Apply to Trump"
By Stargleamer - 1 hr ago
"Here are the Declaration of Independence's Grievances Against King George III. Many Apply to Trump"
By Stargleamer - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Ghislane Maxwell says Epstein recorded Trump with his victims. How long until she "commits suicide"?????
By Nimble_Idea - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Ghislane Maxwell says Epstein recorded Trump with his victims. How long until she "commits suicide"?????
By Nimble_Idea - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Alina Habba To Let The Screen Door Hit Her On Her Way Out Of U.S. Attorney Job (OR MAYBE NOT!)
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago
Alina Habba To Let The Screen Door Hit Her On Her Way Out Of U.S. Attorney Job (OR MAYBE NOT!)
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Former Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro ordered to wear an electronic ankle monitor
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago
Former Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro ordered to wear an electronic ankle monitor
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
That man should never ever again be believed or trusted, about child sexual abuse or anything else
By bigtree - 1 hr ago
That man should never ever again be believed or trusted, about child sexual abuse or anything else
By bigtree - 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
JD Vance flew to Montana for secret meeting with Rupert Murdoch and Fox News executives
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago
JD Vance flew to Montana for secret meeting with Rupert Murdoch and Fox News executives
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago
Editorials & Other Articles
How the global trade in donkey skins threatens the lives of women and girls
By niyad - 1 hr ago
How the global trade in donkey skins threatens the lives of women and girls
By niyad - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
How the global trade in donkey skins threatens the lives of women and girls
By niyad - 1 hr ago
How the global trade in donkey skins threatens the lives of women and girls
By niyad - 1 hr ago
Women's Rights & Issues
How the global trade in donkey skins threatens the lives of women and girls
By niyad - 1 hr ago
How the global trade in donkey skins threatens the lives of women and girls
By niyad - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Justice Dept. asks court to release Epstein grand jury testimony
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago
Justice Dept. asks court to release Epstein grand jury testimony
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
White House Admits Swollen Ankles Indicate Trump Suffers From Condition Of Being Super Old
By niyad - 1 hr ago
White House Admits Swollen Ankles Indicate Trump Suffers From Condition Of Being Super Old
By niyad - 1 hr ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Happy Anniversary Of The First Women's Rights Convention!
By niyad - 1 hr ago
Happy Anniversary Of The First Women's Rights Convention!
By niyad - 1 hr ago
Women's Rights & Issues
Happy Anniversary Of The First Women's Rights Convention!
By niyad - 1 hr ago
Happy Anniversary Of The First Women's Rights Convention!
By niyad - 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
Welcome to Wonkette Happy Hour, With This Week's Cocktail, The Aperol Spritz!
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Welcome to Wonkette Happy Hour, With This Week's Cocktail, The Aperol Spritz!
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Feminist icon Gisele Pelicot awarded France's top civic honour: Report
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Feminist icon Gisele Pelicot awarded France's top civic honour: Report
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Feminist icon Gisele Pelicot awarded France's top civic honour: Report
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Feminist icon Gisele Pelicot awarded France's top civic honour: Report
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Women's Rights & Issues
Feminist icon Gisele Pelicot awarded France's top civic honour: Report
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Feminist icon Gisele Pelicot awarded France's top civic honour: Report
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Can anybody tell me how much its costs to draw up a "power of attorney"?
By CTyankee - 2 hrs ago
Can anybody tell me how much its costs to draw up a "power of attorney"?
By CTyankee - 2 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Sopwith Camel (The Miraculous Hump Returns From The Moon)
By walkingman - 2 hrs ago
Sopwith Camel (The Miraculous Hump Returns From The Moon)
By walkingman - 2 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Minnesota assassination spurs wave of state bills to protect elected officials
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago
Minnesota assassination spurs wave of state bills to protect elected officials
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
'Misogyny Is a System': Julie Suk Wants to Reimagine U.S. Institutions--and Build a Democracy of Equality
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
'Misogyny Is a System': Julie Suk Wants to Reimagine U.S. Institutions--and Build a Democracy of Equality
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
'Misogyny Is a System': Julie Suk Wants to Reimagine U.S. Institutions--and Build a Democracy of Equality
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
'Misogyny Is a System': Julie Suk Wants to Reimagine U.S. Institutions--and Build a Democracy of Equality
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Is trump still cheating at golf? Why does he feel a need to cheat?
By AnotherMother4Peace - 2 hrs ago
Is trump still cheating at golf? Why does he feel a need to cheat?
By AnotherMother4Peace - 2 hrs ago
Women's Rights & Issues
'Misogyny Is a System': Julie Suk Wants to Reimagine U.S. Institutions--and Build a Democracy of Equality
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
'Misogyny Is a System': Julie Suk Wants to Reimagine U.S. Institutions--and Build a Democracy of Equality
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Andry Jos Hernndez Romero Released To Venezuela From El Salvador
By struggle4progress - 2 hrs ago
Andry Jos Hernndez Romero Released To Venezuela From El Salvador
By struggle4progress - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Why are Trump and the GOP Working So Hard to Ruin America?
By thomhartmann - 2 hrs ago
Why are Trump and the GOP Working So Hard to Ruin America?
By thomhartmann - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
"If they succeed, their dream world will have all the integrity of a Potemkin village."
By babylonsister - 2 hrs ago
"If they succeed, their dream world will have all the integrity of a Potemkin village."
By babylonsister - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
The sheer incompetence and stupidity of the Trump regime is giving me hope their coalition will fall apart.
By highplainsdem - 2 hrs ago
The sheer incompetence and stupidity of the Trump regime is giving me hope their coalition will fall apart.
By highplainsdem - 2 hrs ago
The Way Forward
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Pro-Choice
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Women's Rights & Issues
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
Attacks on Abortion Access Are as Old as White Supremacist Patriarchy Itself. Here's How We Fight Back.
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Trump administration estimates new $250 fee on travelers could cut the federal deficit by nearly $30 billion
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 25 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
Trump administration estimates new $250 fee on travelers could cut the federal deficit by nearly $30 billion
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 25 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
Washington
Seattle's democracy vouchers deserve renewal on August 5th
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago
Seattle's democracy vouchers deserve renewal on August 5th
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
The Seneca Falls Convention: Setting the National Stage for Women's Suffrage
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
The Seneca Falls Convention: Setting the National Stage for Women's Suffrage
By niyad - 2 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
The Billie Joel Documentary On HBO Max Is Incredibly Well Done
By DemocratSinceBirth - 2 hrs ago
The Billie Joel Documentary On HBO Max Is Incredibly Well Done
By DemocratSinceBirth - 2 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: Foreign Affairs
EU hits Russia with sweeping new sanctions over Ukraine warCanada eyes Mercosur trade pact to reduce US reliance, minister says
"Putin's Economic Bubble on Edge of Bursting": Central Bank Issues Final Warning - The Russian Dude
Latest Breaking News
JD Vance flew to Montana for secret meeting with Rupert Murdoch and Fox News executives
1 hr ago - The Independent
1 hr ago - The Independent
Exclusive: Trump's funding cut stalls water projects, increasing risks for millions
3 hrs ago - Reuters
3 hrs ago - Reuters
32 Palestinians shot dead trying to reach US group's food distribution sites, Gaza authorities say
4 hrs ago - AP
4 hrs ago - AP
New airport scanners are better at spotting liquid explosives, but many airports lack them
5 hrs ago - AP
5 hrs ago - AP
Netanyahu's Party Accuses Biden Administration of Attempted Coup in Israel After GOP Releases NGO Report
7 hrs ago - Haaretz
7 hrs ago - Haaretz
Pranksters fill Trump Tower gift shop with merch featuring pictures of Epstein with the president
9 hrs ago - The Independent
9 hrs ago - The Independent
ICE head won't block agents from wearing masks, confirms use of Medicaid data
9 hrs ago - Yahoo! News/CBS News
9 hrs ago - Yahoo! News/CBS News
Tommy Tuberville Praises Funding Cuts to NPR: 'Farmers Are Not Gonna Miss This'
10 hrs ago - MEDIAite
10 hrs ago - MEDIAite
'Tidal wave on our hands': Furious voters say Trump's turning key red state purple
11 hrs ago - Raw Story
11 hrs ago - Raw Story
Trump's immigration crackdown causing labor shortages to California's construction industry, builder says They're hiding
11 hrs ago - CBS News
11 hrs ago - CBS News
G20 finance chiefs back central bank independence in first communique since October
12 hrs ago - Reuters
12 hrs ago - Reuters
Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern explore cross-continental railroad merger, source says
12 hrs ago - msn/Reuters
12 hrs ago - msn/Reuters
Public to get chance to weigh in on plastic vs. paper straws under proposed Trump administration rule
12 hrs ago - ABC News/GMA
12 hrs ago - ABC News/GMA
Trump admin and Catholic priests secure victory against child abuse reporting law that would violate the confidentiality
14 hrs ago - Law & Crime
14 hrs ago - Law & Crime
Writers Guild calls on NY attorney general to investigate Colbert cancellation, Trump 'bribe'
14 hrs ago - The Hill
14 hrs ago - The Hill
State Department official testifies how Stephen Miller was involved in discussions over student visas and antisemitism
14 hrs ago - CNN Politics
14 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Malaria 'back with a vengeance' in Zimbabwe as number of deaths from the disease triple
16 hrs ago - Guardian
16 hrs ago - Guardian
Killing of young siblings at Gaza water point shows seeking life's essentials now a deadly peril
17 hrs ago - The Guardian
17 hrs ago - The Guardian
Trump Administration Prepares to Drop Seven Major Housing Discrimination Cases
18 hrs ago - Propublica
18 hrs ago - Propublica
Journalists among at least 13 arrested during immigration-related protest in Cincinnati
18 hrs ago - Associated Press
18 hrs ago - Associated Press
Men the Trump administration sent to El Salvador mega-prison freed in prisoner swap
19 hrs ago - NBC News
19 hrs ago - NBC News
BREAKING: Andry Hernndez Romero, gay asylum seeker disappeared by Trump, part of prisoner swap
20 hrs ago - The Advocate
20 hrs ago - The Advocate
Newsom ready to pursue lawsuit against Fox News host despite on-air apology
21 hrs ago - The Guardian
21 hrs ago - The Guardian
Regulatory watchdogs slam Trump push to cut public out of rulemaking
22 hrs ago - Courthouse News Service
22 hrs ago - Courthouse News Service
Judge who blocked Trump's birthright citizenship order wants to do so again
23 hrs ago - CNN Politics
23 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Gavin Newsom says Alcatraz will reopen the 'same day Trump releases the Epstein files'
23 hrs ago - The Independent
23 hrs ago - The Independent
Russia dropped a 500kg bomb on a shopping centre in eastern Ukraine on Wednesday, killing two people and injuring dozens
Yesterday - AOL
Yesterday - AOL
Justice Department asks court to unseal Epstein grand jury records to contain firestorm
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
Hegseth tells lawmakers about plan to detain immigrants at bases in Indiana and New Jersey
Yesterday - Associated Press
Yesterday - Associated Press
Trump sues Murdoch, Dow Jones over WSJ story on Epstein birthday letter: court records
Yesterday - CNBC
Yesterday - CNBC