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General Discussion
Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
U-Turn by Establishment as Corporate Dem Guru Carville Pushes 'Platform of Pure Economic Rage'
By sop - 33 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
U-Turn by Establishment as Corporate Dem Guru Carville Pushes 'Platform of Pure Economic Rage'
By sop - 33 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
"I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies"
By Jrose - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
"I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies"
By Jrose - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
General Discussion
Making America Dumber: Architecture no longer considered a "professional degree" in US
By Coventina - 22 min ago - Last reply 2 min ago
Making America Dumber: Architecture no longer considered a "professional degree" in US
By Coventina - 22 min ago - Last reply 2 min ago
General Discussion
Turning Point leader, former GOP Rep pleads guilty to attempted election fraud
By tblue37 - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
Turning Point leader, former GOP Rep pleads guilty to attempted election fraud
By tblue37 - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
General Discussion
If you're Trump, and a guy like Ron Johnson takes a dump on your genius idea, maybe life's sending you a message
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
If you're Trump, and a guy like Ron Johnson takes a dump on your genius idea, maybe life's sending you a message
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Latest Breaking News
'F*ck You Guys!' Sen. Gallego Goes Nuclear On Pete Hegseth Investigating Mark Kelly
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
'F*ck You Guys!' Sen. Gallego Goes Nuclear On Pete Hegseth Investigating Mark Kelly
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
True Crime
Texas men plotted coup to make Haitian women, children 'sex slaves' and recruit D.C. homeless
By Eugene - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Texas men plotted coup to make Haitian women, children 'sex slaves' and recruit D.C. homeless
By Eugene - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Cooking & Baking
What's for Dinner, Mon., Nov. 24, 2025
By NJCher - 57 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
What's for Dinner, Mon., Nov. 24, 2025
By NJCher - 57 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree to the White House
By Omaha Steve - 51 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree to the White House
By Omaha Steve - 51 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
Well Katy Tur! You asked the question.....
By imanamerican63 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 6 min ago
Well Katy Tur! You asked the question.....
By imanamerican63 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 6 min ago
General Discussion
Campbell's Soup VP Hot Mic "no soup for you"
By angrychair - 1 hr ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Campbell's Soup VP Hot Mic "no soup for you"
By angrychair - 1 hr ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Thai woman found alive in coffin after being brought in for cremation
By Omaha Steve - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Thai woman found alive in coffin after being brought in for cremation
By Omaha Steve - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
General Discussion
The plan to use Charlie Kirk as a martyr-slash-MAGAt recruiting tool has fallen dramatically short of expectations.
By Miles Archer - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
The plan to use Charlie Kirk as a martyr-slash-MAGAt recruiting tool has fallen dramatically short of expectations.
By Miles Archer - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Gives A State Of Trump Address That's Chilling
By BumRushDaShow - 44 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Gives A State Of Trump Address That's Chilling
By BumRushDaShow - 44 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump & Hegseth FORCING MARK KELLY BACK TO ACTIVE DUTY for Military Prosecution!!!
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 12 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Trump & Hegseth FORCING MARK KELLY BACK TO ACTIVE DUTY for Military Prosecution!!!
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 12 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
Why is trump obsessed with hangings?
By canetoad - 26 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Why is trump obsessed with hangings?
By canetoad - 26 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
Trump And His Crooked Lawyers Got Rolled
By DemocratSinceBirth - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 11 min ago
Trump And His Crooked Lawyers Got Rolled
By DemocratSinceBirth - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 11 min ago
General Discussion
ICE detained teenaged US citizen during school lunch break, family says
By cbabe - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 12 min ago
ICE detained teenaged US citizen during school lunch break, family says
By cbabe - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 12 min ago
Michigan
Raw milk is risky, especially for kids. A new bill would let Michigan dairies sell it.
By RandySF - 47 min ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Raw milk is risky, especially for kids. A new bill would let Michigan dairies sell it.
By RandySF - 47 min ago - Last reply 13 min ago
The DU Lounge
Hey football fans: do you prefer to watch pro or college?
By darkstar - 26 min ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Hey football fans: do you prefer to watch pro or college?
By darkstar - 26 min ago - Last reply 14 min ago
General Discussion
Puzzled: Who would be threatening MTG? Watching Deadline White House this
By allegorical oracle - 21 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
Puzzled: Who would be threatening MTG? Watching Deadline White House this
By allegorical oracle - 21 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
General Discussion
NEW GOLDEN ERA! Thanksgiving hosts weigh the ethics of CHARGING THEIR GUESTS FOR DINNER.
By Miles Archer - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 16 min ago
NEW GOLDEN ERA! Thanksgiving hosts weigh the ethics of CHARGING THEIR GUESTS FOR DINNER.
By Miles Archer - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 16 min ago
General Discussion
🤣🤣 Funniest thing you'll see all day "Trump is planning to unveil a new health care proposal..." *SECONDS LATER*....
By riversedge - 27 min ago - Last reply 16 min ago
🤣🤣 Funniest thing you'll see all day "Trump is planning to unveil a new health care proposal..." *SECONDS LATER*....
By riversedge - 27 min ago - Last reply 16 min ago
General Discussion
We have not had a crisis or disaster not of Trump's making
By edhopper - 20 min ago - Last reply 17 min ago
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We have not had a crisis or disaster not of Trump's making
By edhopper - 20 min ago - Last reply 17 min ago
The DU Lounge
What is your favorite part of the turkey--the breast, wings, drumsticks. I like meat from the turkey breast. How about
By debm55 - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 18 min ago
What is your favorite part of the turkey--the breast, wings, drumsticks. I like meat from the turkey breast. How about
By debm55 - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 18 min ago
The DU Lounge
What condiment goes best on Friday's turkey sandwich? Mayo or Miracle Whip? I say Miracle Whip. What about you?
By debm55 - 50 replies @ 18 min ago (Milestone)
What condiment goes best on Friday's turkey sandwich? Mayo or Miracle Whip? I say Miracle Whip. What about you?
By debm55 - 50 replies @ 18 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Sen. Kelly's full statement on Kegsbreath threat to recall him to active duty and possible Court Martial:
By MarineCombatEngineer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 18 min ago
Sen. Kelly's full statement on Kegsbreath threat to recall him to active duty and possible Court Martial:
By MarineCombatEngineer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 18 min ago
The DU Lounge
Who here would be cooking ANYTHING but turkey on Thanksgiving if your family would let you?
By jmowreader - 49 min ago - Last reply 19 min ago
Who here would be cooking ANYTHING but turkey on Thanksgiving if your family would let you?
By jmowreader - 49 min ago - Last reply 19 min ago
General Discussion
Beat Smegseth should be used to refer to the current SECDEF from now on.
By debsy - 1 hr ago - Last reply 20 min ago
Beat Smegseth should be used to refer to the current SECDEF from now on.
By debsy - 1 hr ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
Woman deported from Maryland shown on video being dragged in Ghana
By bronxiteforever - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
Woman deported from Maryland shown on video being dragged in Ghana
By bronxiteforever - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
General Discussion
The Traitor-in-Chief Betrays Ukraine and His Own People (Charlie Angus) Great history of Trump/Russia connections
By Amaryllis - 22 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
The Traitor-in-Chief Betrays Ukraine and His Own People (Charlie Angus) Great history of Trump/Russia connections
By Amaryllis - 22 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
General Discussion
While most sane people were asleep, his little fingers were busy....
By surfered - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
While most sane people were asleep, his little fingers were busy....
By surfered - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
The DU Lounge
Man carries stray dog on bicycle for 1300 miles
By catbyte - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Man carries stray dog on bicycle for 1300 miles
By catbyte - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
The DU Lounge
Something's Very Special About This Pittie Puppy
By catbyte - 25 min ago - Last reply 25 min ago
Something's Very Special About This Pittie Puppy
By catbyte - 25 min ago - Last reply 25 min ago
General Discussion
MaddowBlog-Pete Hegseth eyes investigation into Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly over 'illegal orders' post
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
MaddowBlog-Pete Hegseth eyes investigation into Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly over 'illegal orders' post
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
General Discussion
White House to pitch a Trump Obamacare extension with limits
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
White House to pitch a Trump Obamacare extension with limits
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Breaking: Trump dealt bombshell court loss - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 28 min ago - Last reply 28 min ago
Breaking: Trump dealt bombshell court loss - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 28 min ago - Last reply 28 min ago
The DU Lounge
I was told I should have that spot on my arm checked...could be cancer
By Omaha Steve - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
I was told I should have that spot on my arm checked...could be cancer
By Omaha Steve - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
General Discussion
DOJ Tries To Undo Damage of Its 'Ham-Fisted' Letter in Texas Gerrymander Case
By In It to Win It - 33 min ago - Last reply 29 min ago
DOJ Tries To Undo Damage of Its 'Ham-Fisted' Letter in Texas Gerrymander Case
By In It to Win It - 33 min ago - Last reply 29 min ago
General Discussion
Who was and is the worst president ever!
By imanamerican63 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 30 min ago
Who was and is the worst president ever!
By imanamerican63 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 30 min ago
Foreign Affairs
Ukraine says Russian assault groups that tried to push into central Pokrovsk during heavy fog are being eliminated
By blue-wave - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Ukraine says Russian assault groups that tried to push into central Pokrovsk during heavy fog are being eliminated
By blue-wave - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 32 min ago
General Discussion
🚨 8 DAYS UNTIL TN-7 SPECIAL ELECTION! 🚨 Election Calendar, Activists' Lists, and Donation Links
By Wednesdays - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 32 min ago
🚨 8 DAYS UNTIL TN-7 SPECIAL ELECTION! 🚨 Election Calendar, Activists' Lists, and Donation Links
By Wednesdays - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Republican lawmakers grow alarmed over signs of 2026 election wipeout
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Republican lawmakers grow alarmed over signs of 2026 election wipeout
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 32 min ago
The DU Lounge
****This Thanksgiving Day, Seth Tillman of Signature Dish hosts a Julia Child marathon on WETA PBS.
By elleng - 33 min ago - Last reply 33 min ago
****This Thanksgiving Day, Seth Tillman of Signature Dish hosts a Julia Child marathon on WETA PBS.
By elleng - 33 min ago - Last reply 33 min ago
Foreign Affairs
Russia suffers the biggest logistical shutdown since the beginning of the war - RFU News
By TexasTowelie - 40 min ago - Last reply 34 min ago
Russia suffers the biggest logistical shutdown since the beginning of the war - RFU News
By TexasTowelie - 40 min ago - Last reply 34 min ago
General Discussion
So will the Pentagon recall me because I wear this T-Shirt?
By MarineCombatEngineer - 1 hr ago - Last reply 35 min ago
So will the Pentagon recall me because I wear this T-Shirt?
By MarineCombatEngineer - 1 hr ago - Last reply 35 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Michael Cohen - Leadership Lost To Camera Obsession
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 36 min ago - Last reply 36 min ago
Michael Cohen - Leadership Lost To Camera Obsession
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 36 min ago - Last reply 36 min ago
General Discussion
"I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies"
By Jrose - 25 replies @ 37 min ago (Milestone)
"I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies"
By Jrose - 25 replies @ 37 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
MeidasTouch Network - Trump Amplified Foreign-Based Accounts This Weekend
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 38 min ago - Last reply 38 min ago
MeidasTouch Network - Trump Amplified Foreign-Based Accounts This Weekend
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 38 min ago - Last reply 38 min ago
General Discussion
Remember when Trump wanted to order our troops to shoot American citizens in the legs?
By sheshe2 - 39 min ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Remember when Trump wanted to order our troops to shoot American citizens in the legs?
By sheshe2 - 39 min ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Comey Indictment DISMISSED
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 41 min ago - Last reply 41 min ago
Comey Indictment DISMISSED
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 41 min ago - Last reply 41 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly for video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 42 min ago
Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly for video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 42 min ago
Washington
Major lab contractor laying off 68 workers at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 43 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Major lab contractor laying off 68 workers at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 43 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
General Discussion
When AI destroys millions of jobs will workers be pressured to accept reduced wages
By applegrove - 51 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
When AI destroys millions of jobs will workers be pressured to accept reduced wages
By applegrove - 51 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Jeff Tiedrich - Liddle Marco and his ace team of shitwits got played by Russia -- again
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 44 min ago - Last reply 44 min ago
Jeff Tiedrich - Liddle Marco and his ace team of shitwits got played by Russia -- again
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 44 min ago - Last reply 44 min ago
General Discussion
We're about to invade Venezuela because trump wants their oil (post by Mueller, She Wrote)
By tblue37 - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 45 min ago
We're about to invade Venezuela because trump wants their oil (post by Mueller, She Wrote)
By tblue37 - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 45 min ago
General Discussion
Western governors meet with Trump officials on water, energy, Medicaid cuts
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 46 min ago - Last reply 46 min ago
Western governors meet with Trump officials on water, energy, Medicaid cuts
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 46 min ago - Last reply 46 min ago
Latest Breaking News
HHS officially rescinds shutdown layoffs
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - Last reply 50 min ago
HHS officially rescinds shutdown layoffs
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - Last reply 50 min ago
General Discussion
MI-11: Whitmer backing Moss for open U.S. House seat in Oakland County
By RandySF - 51 min ago - Last reply 51 min ago
MI-11: Whitmer backing Moss for open U.S. House seat in Oakland County
By RandySF - 51 min ago - Last reply 51 min ago
General Discussion
And now there's this:
By MarineCombatEngineer - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 53 min ago
And now there's this:
By MarineCombatEngineer - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 53 min ago
Michigan
Orchard Lake council seat election decided by a coin toss
By RandySF - 54 min ago - Last reply 54 min ago
Orchard Lake council seat election decided by a coin toss
By RandySF - 54 min ago - Last reply 54 min ago
General Discussion
***Breaking News*** Cases Against James Comey and Letitia James Dismissed
By DemocratSinceBirth - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 56 min ago
***Breaking News*** Cases Against James Comey and Letitia James Dismissed
By DemocratSinceBirth - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 56 min ago
Washington
Toll could be nearly $1M from vandalism in Washington state Capitol
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 57 min ago - Last reply 57 min ago
Toll could be nearly $1M from vandalism in Washington state Capitol
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 57 min ago - Last reply 57 min ago
General Discussion
MaddowBlog-RFK Jr. fesses up: He ordered the change to the CDC website on vaccines and autism
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago - Last reply 58 min ago
MaddowBlog-RFK Jr. fesses up: He ordered the change to the CDC website on vaccines and autism
By LetMyPeopleVote - 1 hr ago - Last reply 58 min ago
Forum Spotlight: Photography
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Latest Breaking News
US labels Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles as a terror organization. It's not a cartel per se
2 hrs ago - AP
2 hrs ago - AP
'F*ck You Guys!' Sen. Gallego Goes Nuclear On Pete Hegseth Investigating Mark Kelly
2 hrs ago - MEDIAite
2 hrs ago - MEDIAite
Trump administration formally designates Venezuela's Maduro as member of a foreign terrorist organization
3 hrs ago - CNN Politics
3 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlaw
4 hrs ago - CNN
4 hrs ago - CNN
Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly for video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'
5 hrs ago - AP
5 hrs ago - AP
Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts
7 hrs ago - AP
7 hrs ago - AP
"Quite frankly I was pissed off!" Growing online page chronicles Trump Justice Dept. resignation letters
9 hrs ago - msn/CBS News
9 hrs ago - msn/CBS News
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette journalists planning to return to work, ending 3-year strike
9 hrs ago - CBS News
9 hrs ago - CBS News
Kash Patel and Kristi Noem take a joyride in life-size pink Lego Cadillac as backlash mounts
11 hrs ago - msn/Irish Star
11 hrs ago - msn/Irish Star
Sen. Mark Warner calls 28-point plan for Russia-Ukraine truce 'a historically bad deal'
12 hrs ago - Politico
12 hrs ago - Politico
Trump calls for disgraced election official linked to his 'Big Lie' to be freed - as Colorado officials dig their heels
12 hrs ago - The Independent
12 hrs ago - The Independent
Wall Street banks scramble to assess fallout from hack of real-estate data firm
14 hrs ago - Yahoo! Finance/CNN
14 hrs ago - Yahoo! Finance/CNN
Woman in Slender Man stabbing is missing after cutting off monitoring device, authorities say
17 hrs ago - LA Times
17 hrs ago - LA Times
Udo Kier, German Actor Who Appeared in 'My Own Private Idaho,' 'Andy Warhol's Frankenstein,' Dies at 81
18 hrs ago - Variety
18 hrs ago - Variety
Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity
19 hrs ago - AP
19 hrs ago - AP
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem admits to handing out 'fake' bonus checks for photo op: report
21 hrs ago - Raw Story
21 hrs ago - Raw Story
US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain
22 hrs ago - Reuters
22 hrs ago - Reuters
No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says
Yesterday - Reuters
Yesterday - Reuters
The Epstein Chaos Has Begun: Why Netanyahu Is Sharing Leftist Conspiracy Theories About a Mossad Sex Cabal
Yesterday - Haaretz
Yesterday - Haaretz
'People better get fired': GOP lawmaker puts Trump admin on notice for latest 'buffoonery'
Yesterday - Raw Story
Yesterday - Raw Story
Congress is considering pre-disclosing their stock trades. Some see a distraction from the need for a ban.
Yesterday - Yahoo! Fnance
Yesterday - Yahoo! Fnance
Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention remarks, Chinese foreign minister says
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
UK leader suggests former Prince Andrew should testify in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein
Yesterday - The Independent
Yesterday - The Independent