The latest on immigration reform with Jason Johnson, Christine Pelosi decides if Anthony Weiner is ready for a comeback, Chris Moody updates us on the IRS scandal and Aaron Smith offers solutions to student debt.
President Obama’s liberal vision for America may be facing its first real test, with the debate over drone strikes. On Monday, NBC leaked a Justice Department memo that spells out the administration’s case for killing Americans accused of being al-Qaida … read post
Climate change and gun violence are at the top of President Obama’s agenda in his second term. But grassroots activists aren’t waiting around to see change trickle down from the top. Organizers are gearing up across the country to tackle … read post
Today, the “Gang of Eight” senators, four Democrats and four Republicans, announced a proposal to overhaul the immigration system. If all goes as planned in Washington, 11 million immigrants in the United States will have a path to citizenship by … read post
With his second term now well under way, President Obama has made it clear that climate change is a top priority for his final administration. The president addressed the issue in his second inaugural speech and has nominated climate crusader Sen. … read post
It was Todd Akin’s “legitimate rape” comment. It was Mitt Romney’s disregard for half of America with his “47 percent” statement. It’s the constant denial of climate change, staunch opposition to gay rights and seeming indifference toward people other than … read post
When filmmaker Randy Moore and his crew entered Disney World in Florida equipped with several handheld cameras, the park staff probably thought they were just a group of regular guys making silly YouTube videos about their Mickey Mouse adventures. As … read post
“The Supreme Court ruled today that abortion is completely a private matter to be decided by mother and doctor in the first three months of pregnancy. The 7 to 2 ruling will probably result in a drastic overhaul of state … read post
The next four years starts now! If you were wondering how President Obama will govern in his second term, this morning’s inaugural address provided an important clue. “We know that America thrives when every person can find independence and pride … read post
Chalk it up to the recession or to a more sober outlook at what the president has ahead of him in his second term, but experts expect President Obama’s second inauguration this Monday to be a tamer festivity, which means fewer attendees … read post
The U.S. wars in the Middle East are taking a dark toll. In 2012, 349 active-duty troops committed suicide. It’s a national record, and a disturbing one: that’s about one suicide per day. It also exceeds the 295 men and women that … read post
