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Democratic strategist calls for ‘new generation of leaders’ as party plots response to Trump’s victory

Strategist who aided resurgence after Reagan says party should focus on ‘fundamentals’ – but cautions against leftward drift

The Guardian - US · Dec 27, 2024

Takeaways from AP's report on social safety nets in states that ban abortion

Recent research and an analysis by The Associated Press found states with restrictive abortion laws have more porous safety nets for mothers and young children

The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2024

Why speech could be a target for the anti-abortion movement in 2025

The anti-abortion movement is looking at ways to control information about how and where to obtain abortions

The Guardian - US · Dec 27, 2024

Trump's Targeting of Panama, Canada and Greenland Escalates Geopolitical Tensions Even Before Inauguration

Over the holidays Trump reiterated that the U.S. could reclaim the Panama Canal, annex Canada, and acquire Greenland

Latin Times · Dec 27, 2024

Woman Pleads Guilty for Threat Left on Voice-Mail of Judge Tanya Chutkan, Who Was Presiding Over Trump's Election Interference Trial

[UPDATE 12/26/2024, 7:36 pm: I erroneously titled this post "woman sentenced for …" (likely because I had been reviewing some… The post Woman Pleads Guilty for Threat Left on Voice-Mail of Judge Tanya Chutkan, Who Was Presiding Over Trump's Election Interference Trial appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · Dec 27, 2024

Chicago's top 10 news stories of 2024

The city thrived in the spotlight for the Democratic National Convention during a tough year for Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 26, 2024

Vast Majority of Americans are Pessimistic About The Direction of the Country, New Poll Shows

With just weeks until Trump takes office, Americans reflect on the past four years, closing the Biden administration with a grim outlook on the U.S.

Latin Times · Dec 26, 2024

Blue State AG Creates 'Toolkit' To Help Residents Deal With Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Oregon AG Ellen Rosenblum released a sanctuary toolkit in efforts to help undocumented migrants protect themselves ahead of Trump administration

Latin Times · Dec 26, 2024

The Guardian view on digital media: the case for better regulation must be made

Editorial: Over the holidays, this column will explore next year’s urgent issues. Today we look at the crisis in western democracy, Donald Trump’s victory and the role played by digital media

The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2024

Panama President Rejects Lowering Fees Due To Trump's Threats: 'The Answer Is No'

Jose Raul Mulino said that "tolls are not set at the whim of the (Panamanian) president and the administrator" but through a "public and open process"

Latin Times · Dec 26, 2024