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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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Reagan Weeps

Reagan Weeps

March 8, 2025
Somewhere near Simi Valley, CA, residents are reporting strange rumblings. But it’s not an earthquake, it just Ronald Reagan spinning in his grave at Mach 1 speed. The president who once… Read More
“The Resistance” Needs Libraries

“The Resistance” Needs Libraries

March 8, 2025
There are two things that Americans love: their local post office and local library. Both are currently under attack by the Trump administration and his DOGE hatchet man, Elon Musk. There are reports… Read More
(Soft) Power to The People

(Soft) Power to The People

March 8, 2025
At this writing, Elon Musk and his Teenage Mutant Incel hackers are taking a chainsaw to essential government programs, ostensibly to “cut waste and fraud.” But like so many Tech Bros,… Read More
Dictator On Day…Whatever

Dictator On Day…Whatever

March 8, 2025
During his 2024 campaign for president, Donald Trump famously noted that of COURSE he wouldn’t act as a dictator in his second term – “except on Day One.” Judging from some… Read More
The Age Of Ridiculous Men

The Age Of Ridiculous Men

February 3, 2025
I’m writing this during the days in which we honor former president Jimmy Carter. Since his death, his achievements -- both in and out of office – have been praised as well as his… Read More
January (So Far) Is The Cruelest Month

January (So Far) Is The Cruelest Month

February 3, 2025
In 1922, T.S. Eliot wrote that “April is the cruelest month…” as the opening to his poem “The Wasteland.” Respectfully, Mr. Eliot, but April’s got nothing on… Read More
Beware The Broligarchy

Beware The Broligarchy

February 3, 2025
In 1939, when WWII broke out in Europe, America’s military was ranked 19th in the world. With something like 174,000 soldiers, our Army was smaller than that of Portugal. By the end of the war… Read More
President Musk

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More
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Governor Shapiro Orders US, Commonwealth Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend 2025

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
May 2, 2025
On May 2nd, in accordance with the United States flag code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the… Read More

Governor McKee Declares May 3 'Rhode Island Football Club Day' Ahead of First Official Match at New Stadium

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
May 2, 2025
Rhode Island FC will play its inaugural home match at Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket on Saturday PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee signed a proclamation declaring Saturday, May 3,… Read More

Governor McKee Nominates Dennis Algiere to Serve on the Rhode Island Board of Education

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
May 2, 2025
PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee on May 2nd, announced his nomination of Dennis Algiere to serve on the state’s Board of Education. “As Rhode Island works to strengthen… Read More

Shapiro Administration Launches First-in-the-Nation Comprehensive Air Monitoring Study Through Collaboration with CNX

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
May 1, 2025
The PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will monitor air emissions before, during, and after development of a well pad in Washington County – starting the most intensive study of… Read More

Governor Shapiro Launches New Consumer Protection Tools to Help Pennsylvanians Report Scams and Predatory Practices

From: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
May 1, 2025
As the federal government steps back from its responsibility to protect consumers, Governor Shapiro is making it easier than ever for Pennsylvanians to report possible scams, resolve issues, and get… Read More
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