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After Weeks of Fake Outrage Over East Palestine, Republicans Push to Weaken Water Protection
The Ohio train derailment story is also a story about water pollution.
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Quite a few Republican lawmakers who are suddenly vocal about the disaster in East Palestine, Ohio, received a lot of money from the rail industry.
by Prem Thakker
Bill Lee says he will sign the anti-drag bill, and was angry when asked about his high school yearbook photo.
by Tori Otten
The legislation, which also targets abortion funds, seems to be a new front in the attack on abortion.
by Tori Otten
The Georgia representative has bullied a school shooting survivor and suggesting executing Democrats.
by Tori Otten
The bill, introduced by Ro Khanna and Chris Deluzio, would expand the definition of what is considered a “high-hazard flammable train.”
by Prem Thakker
 

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