content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>“The Cult Leader Isn’t on the Ballot This Time”: Can Georgia Democrats Take Advantage of the GOP Civil War?With state Republicans at one another’s throats over Trump’s election-fraud lies, some Democrats see an easier path for Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff. Others are more wary. “We’re going to see historic turnout, and Republicans
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“They’re Gonna Have Their Hands Full”: Mary Trump Thinks Her Uncle’s Postpresidency Woes Are Just Beginning
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>“They’re Gonna Have Their Hands Full”: Mary Trump Thinks Her Uncle’s Postpresidency Woes Are Just BeginningAfter diagnosing her “dysfunctional” family in a 2020 best seller, Mary Trump is tackling America’s trauma in The Reckoning—and hoping the soon-to-be ex-president faces the music. His “egregious” postelection behavior, she said, makes the “urgency of holding him accountable
“Do You Want to Actually Get Something Done, or Do You Want to Feel Good?”: Obama Urges Activists to Talk Reforming, Not Defunding, the Police
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>“Do You Want to Actually Get Something Done, or Do You Want to Feel Good?”: Obama Urges Activists to Talk Reforming, Not Defunding, the PoliceMr. Hope and Change is back with a warning for young Democrats fixated on slogans and ideology—and the old guard keeping down AOC. In a wide-ranging interview, the former
The Obamas Are Producing a Comedy Series About Trump Being a Giant F–kup
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>The Obamas Are Producing a Comedy Series About Trump Being a Giant F–kupThere’s a lot of material to work with. By Bess Levin December 1, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. By Michael McGurk/Alamy. Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this
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Barack Obama: The Republican Party Has Become The Colbert Report
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Barack Obama: The Republican Party Has Become The Colbert ReportIn an interview on Tuesday’s Late Show, the former president cited Colbert’s satirical Comedy Central series as an example of where the GOP policies now stand. “You never thought that folks would actually start believing it,” Obama said. By Christopher Rosen November 25, 2020
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While Trumpworld Keeps Up Its Hysterics, Biden Is Assembling His White House
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>While Trumpworld Keeps Up Its Hysterics, Biden Is Assembling His White HouseThe president-elect has tapped several former Barack Obama-era veterans to join his staff, and cabinet picks are expected soon. By Eric Lutz November 20, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Joe
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Barack Obama and Duchess Camilla Were the Headliners at the Man Booker Prize Ceremony
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Barack Obama and Duchess Camilla Were the Headliners at the Man Booker Prize CeremonyDouglas Stuart’s Shuggie Bain won the long-running British prize for works written in English, and though the ceremony was socially distanced, two famous book lovers were on hand to send their best wishes. By Erin Vanderhoof November 19, 2020 Facebook
Biden Would Reportedly Prefer Not to Investigate Trump’s Many Crimes
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Biden Would Reportedly Prefer Not to Investigate Trump’s Many Crimes The president-elect would prefer to “move on,” but either way an adviser contends that “he will not interfere with his Justice Department and not politicize his Justice Department.” By Tarisai Ngangura November 17, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit
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Obama to Trump: Salvage Your Last Speck of Dignity and Concede Now
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Obama to Trump: Salvage Your Last Speck of Dignity and Concede NowFrom one president to another: You lost! By Bess Levin November 16, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. By Getty Images Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit
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Oops, My Bad: Charles Koch Says He Regrets Dividing the Country, but Not Enough to Stop Funneling Shit Tons of Money to Republicans
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Oops, My Bad: Charles Koch Says He Regrets Dividing the Country, but Not Enough to Stop Funneling Shit Tons of Money to RepublicansOne of the worst people on earth has characterized his society-ruining mistakes like they’re akin to accidentally hitting someone’s side mirror with your car. By Bess Levin November 14, 2020 Facebook
Trump Goes Nuclear Against Fox News for Not Pretending He Won
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Trump Goes Nuclear Against Fox News for Not Pretending He WonThe self-described “Golden Goose” is rage-tweeting at Fox News, promoting even more sycophantic outlets like Newsmax and OANN, and reportedly eyeing a post-White House digital-media empire of his own. By Caleb Ecarma November 12, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this
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Obama Opens Up About His Presidency, Race, and the “Deep-Seated Panic” that Led to Trump
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Obama Opens Up About His Presidency, Race, and the “Deep-Seated Panic” that Led to TrumpReflecting on his eight years in office in a new memoir, Obama questions if he was “tempered in speaking the truth as I saw it, too cautious in either word or deed.” By Eric Lutz November 12, 2020 Facebook
The Supreme Court Could Save Obamacare Again—This Time for Good
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>The Supreme Court Could Save Obamacare Again—This Time for GoodEven Amy Coney Barrett joining the bench might not doom the Affordable Care Act as it faces a third challenge before the nation’s highest court. John Roberts appears unimpressed by the latest case, California v. Texas, and likely has the votes behind him. By
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Joe Biden Is Projected to Win the 2020 Presidential Election
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Joe Biden Is Projected to Win the 2020 Presidential ElectionA contentious race saw razor-thin margins in key states, but the former vice president ultimately pulled ahead when it mattered most. By Eric Lutz November 7, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Drew
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The 10 Moments When Trump Lost the 2020 Election
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>The 10 Moments When Trump Lost the 2020 ElectionA timeline of the pivotal instances when the president fumbled the ball—and Biden began to see some daylight. By David Friend and Mark McKinnon November 7, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Brian Snyder
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“They Live for F–king Gridlock”: Wall Street Is Giddy Over the Prospect of a Biden Presidency—And GOP Senate
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>“They Live for F–king Gridlock”: Wall Street Is Giddy Over the Prospect of a Biden Presidency—And GOP SenateLess White House chaos, more COVID competence, and—if Mitch McConnell stays in charge—a tough terrain for big tax increases and increased regulations. With a “mixed government,” says Anthony Scaramucci, “you may get the best of both
Biden’s Victory Comes Down to Mail-In Ballots. But USPS Chaos Could Make It Messy.
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Biden’s Victory Comes Down to Mail-In Ballots. But USPS Chaos Could Make It Messy.After the Postal Service defied a court order to make a broad sweep for ballots on Election Day, a federal judge warned "someone may have a price to pay.” By Eric Lutz November 4, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story
President Trump Was Joking When He Said He Might Cry. It Was a Joke, Okay?
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>President Trump Was Joking When He Said He Might Cry. It Was a Joke, Okay?Crying is for women and libs, as we all know. By Kenzie Bryant November 3, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. By Evan Vucci/AP Photo. Facebook Twitter Email
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“What I’m More Worried About Is Voter Suppression”: As Black Voter Numbers Fluctuate, Biden’s Election Hangs In the Balance
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>“What I’m More Worried About Is Voter Suppression”: As Black Voter Numbers Fluctuate, Biden’s Election Hangs In the BalanceIn the final stretch before Election Day, numbers in some states appear to be lagging. But in others, experts are confident. “There’s a stupid, lazy narrative being pushed…about how well Trump is doing with Black
Donald Trump, Colossal Asshole, Says Doctors Get Extra Cash If People Die of COVID-19
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Donald Trump, Colossal Asshole, Says Doctors Get Extra Cash If People Die of COVID-19The president is now claiming frontline workers have an incentive to pad their coronavirus deaths: $2,000 a pop. By Bess Levin October 30, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories.
Trump: How Dare Fox News Air an Obama Speech
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Trump: How Dare Fox News Air an Obama SpeechIt appears no one is immune to Trump's fury when it comes to his predecessor—including his favorite network. By Tarisai Ngangura October 27, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. President Donald Trump addresses thousands
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Jennifer Aniston Endorses Joe Biden, Tells Fans “It’s Not Funny to Vote for Kanye”
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Jennifer Aniston Endorses Joe Biden, Tells Fans “It’s Not Funny to Vote for Kanye”The actress also encouraged her followers to “consider who is going to be most affected by this election if we stay on the track we’re on right now.” By Emily Kirkpatrick October 26, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To
Obama’s Memoir Illustrates Why Trump Failed at Destroying the ACA
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Obama’s Memoir Illustrates Why Trump Failed at Destroying the ACAIn a new excerpt from his forthcoming memoir, A Promised Land, the former president recounts the Affordable Care Act's arduous journey—and how it manages to survive. By Eric Lutz October 26, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile,
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White Women Apologize for Saddling Nation With Donald Trump in 2016
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>White Women Apologize for Saddling Nation With Donald Trump in 2016“I just want to apologize to the world. I feel so guilty for having a part in voting this moron in.” By Bess Levin October 20, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories.
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“If There Is Another Tick Down, It’s a Total Bloodbath”: How Trump’s Self-Destructive Candidacy Could Blow Up the Electoral Map
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>“If There Is Another Tick Down, It’s a Total Bloodbath”: How Trump’s Self-Destructive Candidacy Could Blow Up the Electoral MapDemocrats’ massive fundraising, downballot energy, and seniors turning against Trump signal a potential blue-wave election with unexpected flips. As one South Carolina strategist says, “Biden supporters in red states are hopeful.” By Peter Hamby October
Trevor Noah Defangs Trump’s Embrace of Bin Laden Conspiracy Theory
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Trevor Noah Defangs Trump’s Embrace of Bin Laden Conspiracy Theory“If Trump loses this election, I think Twitter should hire him, because they can find out what conspiracy accounts to suspend just based on what he retweets,” Noah joked on The Daily Show. By Christopher Rosen October 16, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story
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Get in the Fight: Jon Lovett’s Homestretch Playbook
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Get in the Fight: Jon Lovett’s Homestretch PlaybookThe podcast host and former presidential speechwriter weighs in on the campaign’s waning weeks—and what Washington could look like after Trump. By Emily Jane Fox and Joe Hagan October 16, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved
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Ted Cruz Uses SCOTUS Hearing to Lie About Obamacare (Again)
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Ted Cruz Uses SCOTUS Hearing to Lie About Obamacare (Again)Today's boldfaced lie from Republicans: We also believe in protecting people with pre-existing conditions. By Eric Lutz October 12, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Ted Cruz meets with Amy Coney Barrett in
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Trump Wants Dirt on Biden and He Wants It Now, Bill Barr Be Damned
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Trump Wants Dirt on Biden and He Wants It Now, Bill Barr Be DamnedThe president is fuming that a DOJ report on the early days of the Russia investigation won't be completed before the election. By Eric Lutz October 9, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story To revist this article, visit My Profile,
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Below Deck’s Captain Sandy on the Show’s Most Brutal Season Yet
content-header__row content-header__hed” data-testid=”ContentHeaderHed”>Below Deck’s Captain Sandy on the Show’s Most Brutal Season YetThe Wellington’s fearless leader offers Vanity Fair her unfiltered thoughts on Hannah’s controversial exit, Malia’s onboard romance, and the difficulty of doing God’s work when it involves Bravo. By Julie Miller October 9, 2020 Facebook Twitter Email Save Story Save this story for
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