Can You Say Blue Wave? Democrats Defy Expectations with Huge Gains in Virginia and New Jersey

By Steven Rosenfeld, AlterNet

Ralph Northam drubbed Ed Gillespie, while his party scored a massive upset in the House of Delegates. READ MORE»

Why the AR-15 Is the Weapon of Choice for Mass Shooters

By Liz Posner, AlterNet

Gun companies play on young men's insecurities to promote the rifle so beloved by mass shooters.  READ MORE»

5 Scary Diseases Climate Change May Awaken from the Melting Permafrost

By Kali Holloway, AlterNet

Each layer that melts exposes germs dating back thousands of years.  READ MORE»

The Obvious Connection of Mass Shootings and Men Acting Out Rage Against Women

By Amanda Marcotte, Salon

The Sutherland Springs shooting looks like another example of domestic rage exploding into mass rage. READ MORE»

Holding Co-Users Responsible for Fatal Drug Overdoses Is Draconian and Ineffectual

By Phillip Smith, AlterNet

While overdose deaths are skyrocketing, these laws only compound the tragedy. READ MORE»

Trump's Global Ignorance on Display: We Have 13,000 Gun Murders a Year; Japan Has Almost None

By Heather Digby Parton, Salon

Trump’s answer is always more guns. READ MORE»

Stephen Colbert Won't Let Donald Jr. Hear the End of His Election Date Gaffe

By Chris Sosa, AlterNet

The president's son sent out multiple erroneous tweets Tuesday. READ MORE»

This Supercut of Chris Christie Outbursts and Tirades Is Not to Be Missed

By Bob Brigham, Raw Story

Don't let the door hit you on the way out, governor.  READ MORE»

Donald Trump Vents on Twitter Following Ed Gillespie's Embarrassing Defeat

By Chris Sosa, AlterNet

The president wasted no time throwing the Republican candidate under the bus. READ MORE»

Big Brother Isn't Just Watching: Workplace Surveillance Can Track Your Every Move

By Olivia Solon, The Guardian

Employers are using a range of technologies to monitor their staff’s web-browsing patterns, keystrokes, social media posts and even private messaging apps.  READ MORE»

Steven Mnuchin Is Famous for Throwing Tens of Thousands of Americans Onto the Streets in Housing Foreclosures

By Nomi Prins, TomDispatch

Sure, he's the Secretary of the Treasury... but he works for you only if you are rich. READ MORE»

Why Social Media May Not Be So Good for Democracy

By Gordon Hull , The Conversation

It's polarizing and distorting our sense of reality.  READ MORE»

'The View' Unleashes Devastating Compilation Video of All the Times Trump Admitted Ignorance of Widely Known Facts

By Sarah K. Burris, Raw Story

"There are only two countries he knew about," said co-host Joy Behar, "The U.S. and Russia."  READ MORE»

As President, Trump Is Doing the Exact Opposite of What He Promised on the Campaign Trail

By Sen. Bernie Sanders, AlterNet

Forget draining the swamp; our president is in bed with billionaires.  READ MORE»

9 Reasons to Stop the GOP’s Giant Tax Gift to the Wealthy

By Isaiah J. Poole, OurFuture.org

Do whatever you can against this travesty of a bill. READ MORE»

2017 Is the 100 Year Anniversary of the Russian Revolution: Are There Important Lessons?

By Vijay Prashad, AlterNet

What are the takeaways from that tumultuous period?  READ MORE»

Dozens of Local Groups in Puerto Rico Are Helping Neighbors and Rebuilding Economy After Hurricane Maria

By Steven Rosenfeld, AlterNet

Donations are sought for recovery and building a new economy that doesn't repeat the past's mistakes.  READ MORE»

Thousands of Immigrants With 'Protected Status' Face Possible Deportation

By Susan Ferriss, The Center for Public Integrity

The Trump administration is deciding fate of those allowed in years ago due to war or natural disasters. READ MORE»