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fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Bridging the Red-Blue Divide, One Concrete Deed at a Time

Community Works builds trust across partisan divides by organizing nonpolitical community service activities that unite neighbors regardless of political affiliation.
US politics
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

Mother of Dylan Contreras attends State of the Union as guest of Senator Chuck Schumer - Bronx Times

A Bronx mother whose son has been detained by ICE for nine months despite entering legally and following all asylum procedures attended the State of the Union as Senator Schumer's guest to advocate for immigration reform.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Wes Moore Hits Back At Trump's Request For Him To Ask Politely' For Help Over Potomac Spill

Wes Moore refused Trump's condition to fix the Potomac spill, asserting the ruptured D.C. pipe sits on federal land and Maryland assisted Washington, D.C.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Moore wrestles with Md. lawmakers as national profile grows

Governor Wes Moore faces intraparty tensions over aggressive redistricting, veto overrides, and strained relationships with legislative leaders that could limit national prospects.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Virginia Senate Passes Bill to Join National Popular Vote Interstate Compact

A coalition of states seeks to award Electoral College votes to the national popular-vote winner to reduce the Electoral College's disproportionate influence.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago

Spanberger Reshapes Virginia Boards on Day One

Freshly sworn into office, Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger appointed 27 new members to three university boards Saturday, effectively reshaping governance at the University of Virginia, George Mason University and Virginia Military Institute. Spanberger's wave of appointments comes after state Democrats blocked numerous picks advanced by former Republican governor Glenn Youngkin, who stocked university boards with GOP megadonors and various conservative figures, including former lawmakers and officials.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Rep. Tim Burchett Says a Lot of Congressmen Probably Should Be in Jail'

Many congressmen probably should be in jail; powerful figures like the Clintons evade accountability, and Ghislaine Maxwell could face suspicious death if released.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

My Office Didn't Spy On Anyone': Jack Smith Spars With GOP Congressman In Tense Hearing

Rep. Darrell Issa accused special counsel Jack Smith of spying on Biden-aligned officials during the January 6 investigation; Smith denied spying or withholding records.
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