Plus, what Americans can learn from Israel's protests, and more...
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July 13, 2023
Far-Right Republicans’ Radical, Bigoted Attack on the Defense Bill
Even the military isn’t safe from the GOP’s war on wokeness.
by Robert Schlesinger

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How the Child Tax Credit Became a Partisan Issue
Senator Michael Bennet is hoping that a hearing on the child tax credit could encourage bipartisan action.
by Grace Segers
Mark Penn on No Labels: “No Role, Real or Imagined”
The former Democratic pollster and current Trump booster says he’s not part of the “Unity Ticket” group run by his wife. Some Democrats are skeptical.
by Daniel Strauss
What Can Americans Learn from the Israeli Protests? A Lot.
The powerful demonstrations in Tel Aviv and elsewhere can teach us a lot about how to build a truly unifying opposition.
by Micah L. Sifry
Does It Matter That Many Politicians Today Descend From Slaveholders?
Researching public figures’ families is much easier than it used to be—but that doesn’t mean it’s inherently enlightening.
by Matt Ford
Hysterical Conservatives Are Accusing Meta’s Threads of Censorship
Their complaints are bad faith attempts to normalize misinformation and conspiracy theories.
by Alex Thomas
From the Ticker:
Teacher Who Criticized “Rainbowland” Song Ban Is Being Fired
Cancel Culture? The Wisconsin teacher is being fired for complaining about the district banning kids from singing the Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus song.
by Prem Thakker
Rupert Murdoch Has a New Favorite Republican Candidate for 2024
The Fox News emperor is fed up with Ron DeSantis and has set his sights elsewhere.
by Tori Otten
Fox News Sued for Pushing Republicans’ Favorite January 6 Conspiracy
Ray Epps is suing the network for defamation.
by Prem Thakker
FBI Director Brags About Recruitment in States Where Republicans Attack Him
Christopher Wray cited numbers at the Republicans challenging him.
by Tori Otten

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