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How to fix democracy: Break up the Democratic and Republican parties, experts say

A record number of Americans says the two major parties are doing such a poor job that a third one is needed, polling shows......»»

Category: topSource: washpostMar 1st, 2021

: Biden pulls Neera Tanden’s nomination as OMB director, after controversy over past tweets

Republican and Democratic senators took umbrage at some of Neera Tanden's past tweets that harshly criticized politicians from both parties......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchMar 3rd, 2021

How to fix democracy: Move beyond the two-party system, experts say

A record number of Americans say the two major parties are doing such a poor job that a third one is needed, polling shows......»»

Category: topSource: washpostMar 1st, 2021

Capitol Report: With coronavirus aid deal made, both parties claim victories ahead of Monday’s votes

Republican and Democratic leaders Sunday touted policy victories for their sides after announcing a deal had been reached Sunday, hoping to ensure they have enough votes Monday on the last big thing Congress will do before heading home for the year......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchDec 20th, 2020

GOP efforts to overturn election may do lasting harm to democracy, political scientists warn

Republicans’ embrace of a baseless Texas lawsuit suggests the “threat to democratic norms is not Trump-specific,” experts say, and not likely go away after he leaves office......»»

Category: topSource: washpostDec 14th, 2020

America"s Factory Towns, Once Solidly Blue, Are Now a GOP Haven

In one generation, manufacturing districts have flipped from Democratic strongholds to Republican ones. The swing is remaking both parties on issues from trade to social policy—and could shape the midterm elections......»»

Category: smallbizSource: wsjJul 19th, 2018

A Historically Republican Donor Has Pledged Up to $20 Million for Democratic Candidates

"I think democracy is at stake," said billionaire investor Seth Klarman.....»»

Category: europeSource: fortuneSep 17th, 2018

Experts React To State-By-State Cannabis Votes: "Constituents Are Starting To Make Their Voice Heard"

The 2018 midterm elections left the U.S. with a Republican Senate, a Democratic House and three states with legalized cannabis. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaNov 14th, 2018

Capitol Report: McConnell says tax increases a ‘red line’ in infrastructure talks with Biden

The Senate's top Republican on Wednesday says there is a desire in both parties to make a deal on infrastructure, but stresses after a meeting with President Joe Biden that the GOP will reject tax increases to pay for it......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchMay 12th, 2021

Liz Cheney rips Trump and Republicans who still support him, saying he "risks inciting further violence" with false election claims, and warns GOP against abandoning the rule of law

The Wyoming Republican stood on the floor of Congress on Tuesday, urging her colleagues "to prevent the unraveling of our democracy." Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyoming). J. Scott Applewhite/AP .....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 12th, 2021

"Robinhood isn"t democratizing investing": 6 markets experts break down why Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger were right to trash the trading app

"Calling most of the folks in the Reddit mob 'retail inv.....»»

Category: smallbizSource: nytMay 5th, 2021

Biden talks like the most pro-union president since the New Deal

Biden mentions unions in nearly all of his proposals. But experts warn that he could be next in a long line Democratic presidents whose support fades in the face of opposition......»»

Category: topSource: washpostApr 30th, 2021

Elizabeth Warren fist-pumps and Joe Manchin takes notes during Biden"s first joint address to Congress

Democratic and Republican lawmakers' real-tim.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderApr 28th, 2021

: 1 in 5 of these essential workers say they will ‘definitely not’ get the COVID vaccine

Republican workers in this group were far more likely than their Democratic counterparts to say they definitely wouldn’t get vaccinated......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchApr 26th, 2021

Caitlyn Jenner is officially running for governor in California

The former Olympian and reality-TV star is a longtime Republican vying to unseat the Democratic incumbent, Gavin Newsom. Caitlyn Jenner speaks at a rally in Los Angeles on January 18, 2020. Chelse.....»»

Category: dealsSource: nytApr 23rd, 2021

Ford, GM among Michigan companies opposing Republican-backed voting limits

In Michigan, Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer has vowed to veto bills that Republicans have proposed, including new restrictions on absentee and mail ballots.....»»

Category: topSource: foxnewsApr 13th, 2021

Corporations are standing up and defending our democracy from Republican attacks. But we can"t rely on the goodwill of big business to fix the country"s problems.

Companies like Delta and MLB are standing up to GOP attacks on voting rights. But trusting big business to protect our democracy isn't sustainable. .....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderApr 11th, 2021

: Expecting another refund after the IRS calculates the $10,200 unemployment tax break? You might want to do more than just wait

Before sitting back and letting the IRS do the work, experts say some people should at least consider filing an amended return......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchApr 10th, 2021

Madison Cawthorn wants to get the GOP on Twitch. Will it work?

Republican congressman Madison Cawthorn wants the right on Twitch, but will he get the same reception as Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?.....»»

Category: topSource: washpostMar 31st, 2021

Autocracy Versus Democracy Or China Versus America?

Autocracy Versus Democracy Or China Versus America? Authored by Pat Buchanan via Buchanan.org, “I’ve known Xi Jinping for a long time. … He doesn’t have a democratic — with a small ‘d’ — bone in his b.....»»

Category: blogSource: zerohedgeMar 30th, 2021

All 23 Democratic governors signed a letter condemning anti-Asian hate. Two Republicans joined them.

More than 60 Democratic and Republican former officials sig.....»»

Category: dealsSource: nytMar 26th, 2021