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What Will it Take to Impeach & Remove President Trump?
The House impeaches, but the Senate convicts & removes a president - requiring a 2/3 majority. Twenty Republicans would have to vote against Trump. Don't hold your breath.
Deutsche, Burke, and Trump: Last Week’s Raids and a Look at the Key Players
On Thursday of last week, the Frankfurt Police Department raided six of the Bank's offices, after allegations of Russian money laundering, once again came to light.
PODCAST: Katie Sieracki, Maggie O’Keefe & Marianne Lalonde (Two Broads Talking Politics, Episode 159)
Download | iTunes | Spotify Sophy and Kelly speak with three women running for Alderman in the Chicago Municipal Election in February 2019: Katie Sieracki in the 33rd Ward (00:28-20:50); Maggie O'Keefe in the 40th Ward (21:05-40:06); and Marianne Lalonde in the 46th Ward (40:22-53:36).
New Dissident Movements in Russia have Christian Roots
This piece was originally published in The Integrity Initiative There were famous religious dissidents in the former Soviet Union. New Christian opposition organizations have sprung up to continue their legacy, Kseniya Kirillova writes. A new Russian “socio-political club” called The New Orthodoxy was announced in Moscow in October. Its founders assert that the name originates … Continue reading New Dissident Movements in Russia have Christian Roots
How We Got Here: A Decade of Sabotage by the Wisconsin GOP
The assault on voting rights in Wisconsin has been devastatingly effective. A rundown of what the GOP has done and how to mitigate the damage.
Crossing The Line: The Necessity of Civil Disobedience In The Age of Trump
We are enabling our amoral, unboundaried, aspiring dictator of a President as we go about our daily lives, staying inside the lines, refraining from committing civil disobedience.
PODCAST: Lessons for 2020 (Two Broads Talking Politics, Episode 158)
Download | iTunes | Spotify In the first segment Kelly speaks with former state legislative candidate Brett Pransky and with Sara Ridley from Action Together Lakewood about why the Blue Wave skipped Ohio in 2018 (or whether it really did) and what that means for 2020 (00:30-32:00). In the second segment Kelly chats with digital campaign strategist David Yankovich … Continue reading PODCAST: Lessons for 2020 (Two Broads Talking Politics, Episode 158)
How to Pick a Speaker of the House
A good Speaker can make all the difference in the US House. Here are some critical variables that factor in to making the right pick.
Mississippi Deserves Better Than Cindy Hyde-Smith
Comments and actions by Hyde-Smith betray her faulty character and deeply racist attitudes. Mississippi should elect Mike Espy to the Senate on Tuesday.
Strong Support for Trump in the Russian Media
Kremlin attitudes toward the Trump Administration have been amplified by Russian media.
America’s Rural/Urban Divide: Spotlight Oregon
The cultural gap between urban and rural Oregon is at the heart of political differences in the state, as is the case across the US.
Let’s Talk About Nancy: Why Democrats Must Rally Around Leader Pelosi
It's time to support Nancy Pelosi - LOUDLY and PROUDLY.
Our Big, Beautiful Wave
It started slowly, but one week out it's clear: the GOP was swamped in the midterms by a multi-hued Democratic wave.
Acting AG Matt Whitaker Can’t Run The Mueller Investigation
Call your Senators and Representative and urge them to demand that Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker recuse himself.
The State of Veterans Affairs in America
This Veterans Day, let's take a look at the current state of the largest health care system in the United States: The Department of Veteran Affairs.
Lessons in Winning: Katie Hill Campaign Shows How it’s Done
The magic mix of efficiency, honesty, elder experience & Millennial/Gen Z fervor delivered an inclusive victory in CA-25.
No Rest for the Wave: Massive Nationwide Protests Thursday at 5pm
The timing of Jeff Sessions' forced resignation is purposeful: we're tired. But now more than ever, we have to show Trump that our Resistance is relentless.As a highly engaged Blue Wave activist, I woke up the morning after Election Day looking forward to a slight smidgen of normalcy. Kiss the kids. Drink some coffee. Have … Continue reading No Rest for the Wave: Massive Nationwide Protests Thursday at 5pm
Voter Suppression in Dallas County, Texas
An election official claimed my friend's provisional ballot would go uncounted, and be thrown in the trash. This is NOT true. Demand your ballot, and vote.
“Blexit Stage Left”…And Take Russia With You!
The brainchild of the black extreme right-wing personality Candace Owens, "blexit" is a false narrative meant to urge black voters to leave the Democratic Party.
The Quintessentially American Story of Dr. Hiral Tipirneni
Born in India & raised in working class Ohio, this Arizona doctor & cancer research advocate is vying to be AZ-08's Congresswoman.
Beto O’Rourke and the Latinx Vote
Analysts see the Latino vote as the greatest chance as well as the greatest challenge of Beto’s campaign. In spite of the record turnout in Texas, the Latino vote remains uncertain.
Democrats Must Be Prepared to Contest Poll-Defying Election Results
Democrats may win big on Tuesday. I hope they do. But if they instead suffer poll-defying or otherwise suspect losses, they must challenge those results.
At Katie Hill Rally, the Free Press Gets What it Deserves: An Ovation
Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom hold a rally for Katie Hill & Christy Smith ... and the Democrats in the audience put GOP crowds to shame.
The Top 10 Reasons to Re-Elect Kate Brown as Oregon’s Governor
Electing Republican Knute Buehler would be a huge mistake. Kate Brown is the Governor that Oregon needs. Here's why.
The Mysterious Doctor Buehler
If Knute Buehler is elected, Oregon would have a Governor prone to misdiagnosing problems and offering solutions that won’t work.
Parties Divide. Issues Unite.
I’ve been knocking on doors since March, meeting everyone I can to hear about the issues they are facing. My goal is to listen and learn how we can create solutions together to improve life in Idaho. I want to be sure I’m concentrating on the most important things so I can work across the … Continue reading Parties Divide. Issues Unite.
Dave Brat Gives Gold Star Families the Shaft & Shields the Rich
What does it take for Dave Brat (VA-07) to care about the members of our military and their families?
Think Like A Black Woman…Too
An Opinion on How to Save American Democracy In 4 Days #BallotsNOTBullets Let me start off by saying, that I'm not discrediting any other race here, I'm only stating what I know from personal experience, as a black woman in America. I'm 42 years old, I am educated with a degree from Franklin University in … Continue reading Think Like A Black Woman…Too
PODCAST: Nick Knudsen & #WaveCast (Two Broads Talking Politics, Episode 152)
Download | iTunes | Spotify Kelly talks with Nick Knudsen, Editor-in-Chief of DemWritePress, about #WaveCast, the grassroots Twitter-based broadcast of the Blue Wave.
Where Have You Gone, Mark Meadows?
My opponent in NC-11 is a no-show in his district. Elect Phillip Price: I'll show up for you.
The Putin regime uses blackmail against its people and the West
As its confrontation with the West grows, Russia's use of the elements of blackmail, both veiled and direct, in its diplomacy is increasing.
Sarah Sanders Attempts to Rewrite Our Collective Memory
The Press Secretary wants to erase the onslaught of violent rhetoric that has been imposed upon us continually for the better part of three years.
I Will Protect Our Democratic Institutions
As your Representative in Washington's 5th Congressional District, I will defend the Constitution and ensure that corruption is met with accountability.
Multi-Task: Prepare for the Lame Duck Session While You Get Out the Vote
Can we multi-task? Yes we can. Just look at the last two years.
Alabama’s Secretary of State Lets Loose with Partisan Attacks on Twitter
Republican Secretary of State John Merrill adopts his party's favorite approach: anti-woman, anti-Democratic tirades on Twitter.
Top Ten Reasons to Just Say No to Rick Scott
Let's Hope Florida - and America - gets off Scott-free this November.
The Top 10 Reasons To Just Say No To Marsha Blackburn
Marsha Blackburn is a terrible Congressperson. Why would she be a better Senator?
The Outcome in NY-19 Matters: Elect Antonio Delgado, Reject Hate
Constituents in NY-19 must turn their backs on the hateful, race-baiting campaign of Republican John Faso. Luckily there is a stellar Democrat to vote for.
The Top 10 Reasons To Just Say No To Martha McSally
If you thought Jeff Flake was bad, just wait until you find out what Martha McSally is all about.
Bringing Constituent Services into the 21st Century
Daryl Boling, Democrat for PA District 152, describes how he wants to set a new standard for accessibility as a state representative.
Greg Walden Disappoints OR-02 With Unexciting Non-Campaign
Walden's absence on the trail *may* be because he's the architect behind the GOP effort to strip Americans of health coverage.
Creating Tomorrow’s Criminals Today: Hogan’s MD Budget Takes Aim at Kids
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan's budget priorities show where his heart is - and it's not with the people. He faces a November re-election challenge from Democrat Ben Jealous.
PODCAST: Mary Gay Scanlon, Kyle Horton & Mallory Hagan (Two Broads Talking Politics, Episode 141)
Download | iTunes | Spotify Kelly speaks with three women running for US Congress: Mary Gay Scanlon in Pennsylvania 05 (00:28-16:25); Dr. Kyle Horton in North Carolina 07 (16:33-33:04); and Mallory Hagan in Alabama 03 (33:11-53:41).
Chronicles of an Outsider: Volume 4
As I move through America and share my stories with you as an openly gay man of color, I have the great fortune to learn and grow from the many reader comments I receive. It has been both cathartic and inspiring to see messages telling me that these chronicles are helping some people learn, while … Continue reading Chronicles of an Outsider: Volume 4
I Will Not Be Erased: We Must Re-Elect Governor Kate Brown
The patriarchy is targeting Oregon's progressive female Governor. Republican Knute Buehler would take Oregon backwards. She must win.
The Top 10 Reasons to Just Say No to Knute Buehler for Oregon Governor
Knute is anti-vaccination. He's anti-immigrant. He earned an 'F' from the League of Conservation Voters. He won't share his complete tax returns. Just Say NO to Knute. Republican Knute Buehler, a physician and two-term state representative, is running against Oregon’s current Governor, Kate Brown. Brown and Buehler offer a stark contrast for Oregon’s future. Buehler … Continue reading The Top 10 Reasons to Just Say No to Knute Buehler for Oregon Governor
What If…
Contributor J.L. Whitehead ponders a scenario where Democrats lose this November.
Katie Hill Campaign Shows How Democrats Can Win on Gun Safety
The Democrat running in purple CA-25 House district deftly threads political needle between reform advocates, gun owners.
Act Now: We Have Until Monday 10/15 to Protect Our Right to Protest
Trump doesn't like protests outside the White House, so the admin is trying to impede our right to peaceably assemble. There are 3 days left to comment. Do it. While you still can.