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#protests
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Kenya's July 7 protest legacy: 'We reclaimed our voice' DW 07/07/2025

"The striking similarity between the Gen Z protests of 2024-25 and the Saba Saba protests of the '90s is that both were centered on a clamor for better leadership."
US politics
#tulsi-gabbard
fromqns.com
1 week ago

Holden: Council failed veterans in NYC budget while increasing immigration spending QNS

Council Member Robert Holden has criticized Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and Finance Chair Justin Brannan for not allocating extra funds for veterans in the FY2026 Budget, despite increased funding for other city services.
NYC politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

The deadly 'big beautiful' budget bill will turn America into a morgue

Under the banner of permanent tax cuts for Trump's wealthy cronies and big defense contractor paydays, Republicans in the House and Senate engineered a blueprint to gut Medicaid, slash food stamps, shutter hospitals, and deliberately create more medical and health care deserts.
US politics
#corruption
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Why Trump's Epic Crypto Corruption Will Go Unpunished

Trump's corruption is unprecedented in American political history, marked by sheer scale and lack of accountability.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Why Trump's Epic Crypto Corruption Will Go Unpunished

Trump's corruption is unprecedented in American political history, marked by sheer scale and lack of accountability.
#labour-party
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Labour MP arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offences

A Labour MP has been arrested for serious sexual offences, leading to his suspension from the party amid an ongoing police investigation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Labour MP arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offences

A Labour MP has been arrested for serious sexual offences, leading to his suspension from the party amid an ongoing police investigation.
#covid-19
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Nursing-home kin rip Cuomo COVID lawsuit dismissal: 'He should be in prison'

The lawsuit against Andrew Cuomo regarding nursing home deaths during COVID-19 was dismissed, leaving families of victims frustrated and concerned about his political ambitions.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

House Republicans ask DOJ to charge Andrew Cuomo for lying about 'calculated cover-up' of NY nursing home deaths

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Nursing-home kin rip Cuomo COVID lawsuit dismissal: 'He should be in prison'

The lawsuit against Andrew Cuomo regarding nursing home deaths during COVID-19 was dismissed, leaving families of victims frustrated and concerned about his political ambitions.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

House Republicans ask DOJ to charge Andrew Cuomo for lying about 'calculated cover-up' of NY nursing home deaths

fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Letters: By electing Tordillos, S.J. District 3 rejects corporate influence

Thank you, District 3 voters, for standing up for what's right. Your voices were loud and clear: We will not allow PG&E to buy influence on our City Council.
US politics
#independent-journalism
US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Faces of the Republican Party

The Trump administration's actions are causing significant global and domestic turmoil, prompting a rise in accountability journalism.
US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Sh*t Gets Real

The Trump administration's actions are causing unprecedented chaos and repression, and independent journalism is crucial for accountability.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Brianna Ghey's mother hits out at potential watering down of Online Safety Bill

The call for stronger online safety measures is emphasized, highlighting the urgency due to youth vulnerability.
Public donations support independent journalism, ensuring access to critical reporting for all.
US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Faces of the Republican Party

The Trump administration's actions are causing significant global and domestic turmoil, prompting a rise in accountability journalism.
US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Sh*t Gets Real

The Trump administration's actions are causing unprecedented chaos and repression, and independent journalism is crucial for accountability.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Brianna Ghey's mother hits out at potential watering down of Online Safety Bill

The call for stronger online safety measures is emphasized, highlighting the urgency due to youth vulnerability.
Public donations support independent journalism, ensuring access to critical reporting for all.
#international-relations
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment of judgment has come at last: not just for Netanyahu but for his enablers | Owen Jones

Western politicians are increasingly anxious about their complicity regarding the conflict in Gaza, prompting urgent discussions on accountability.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment of judgment has come at last: not just for Netanyahu but for his enablers | Owen Jones

Western politicians are increasingly anxious about their complicity regarding the conflict in Gaza, prompting urgent discussions on accountability.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Serbia's students plan major rally after issuing 'ultimatum' DW 06/25/2025

The protest has the potential to be a turning point as the students demand that the Serbian government asks the president to dissolve parliament for snap elections.
Europe politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Union denies 'targeting' school linked to bins boss

John Cotton stated that while accountability for elected officials is vital, targeting the families of those officials is inappropriate and unacceptable, calling for an apology from the union.
London politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

WATCH: Mike Lee Goes Stone Cold Silent, Flees from Reporter Pressing Him Over MN Shooting Posts

Sen. Mike Lee faced backlash for posts trivializing a targeted shooting incident in Minnesota, evading questions about his statements while being confronted by reporters.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Louise Casey criticises Tories for politicising her grooming gangs report UK politics live

I'm disappointed by it, to put it mildly. I really hoped and hope still that the report is so clear, it's so straightforward. We need to change some laws.
UK politics
#democracy
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
#andrew-cuomo
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
#immigration-policy
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Senator Padilla Forcibly Removed From Kristi Noem Press Conference Touting ICE Crackdown

SF politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Senator Padilla Forcibly Removed From Kristi Noem Press Conference Touting ICE Crackdown

Sen. Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from a press conference, raising concerns over law enforcement and political accountability.
#press-conference
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Imagine What They're Doing to Farm Workers!' Senator Gets Emotional as He Recounts Being Manhandled By Federal Agents at Presser

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Imagine What They're Doing to Farm Workers!' Senator Gets Emotional as He Recounts Being Manhandled By Federal Agents at Presser

#congress
#trump-administration
US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Trumkmusp

The Trump administration's actions are causing significant turmoil at home and abroad, leading to a demand for resilient journalism.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Senator Fires Back at White House Over Demand He Apologize'

Sen. Chris Van Hollen defends due process rights, emphasizing the importance of constitutional protections against the Trump administration's actions.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Amazon's Behavior Makes Walmart's Earnings Call Look Like a Profile in Courage

Institutions are showing varying levels of accountability and integrity in response to political pressures and the conduct of a recently convicted president.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Bass wasn't the only one deleting texts during the firestorms. Supervisor Barger did too

Mayor Karen Bass and Supervisor Kathryn Barger are criticized for deleting texts during January firestorms, raising concerns about transparency and public records.
fromPrivacy International
1 month ago

Summary of an Experts Consultation on Human Rights, Digital Technologies, and Elections

The meeting underscored the dual nature of digital technologies in elections, enhancing access but potentially harming rights and accountability without proper regulation.
US Elections
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Gets Cornered in Hearing, Insists She's Proud' To Vote for Bill She Trashed Just Yesterday

Rep. Greene expressed regret over a provision in a spending bill banning state regulation of AI for a decade, claiming ignorance of its existence.
#journalism
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

France's premier faces questions from an inquiry on a Catholic school abuse scandal

Quality journalism is essential in critical times, relying on donations to maintain coverage and accessibility without paywalls.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Tories demand ministers get a grip' after Manchester Arena bomber's brother's attack

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism amidst critical U.S. issues, while addressing a serious prison security incident involving Hashem Abedi.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

France's premier faces questions from an inquiry on a Catholic school abuse scandal

Quality journalism is essential in critical times, relying on donations to maintain coverage and accessibility without paywalls.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Tories demand ministers get a grip' after Manchester Arena bomber's brother's attack

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism amidst critical U.S. issues, while addressing a serious prison security incident involving Hashem Abedi.
#government-oversight
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Commentary: Illinois' Transit Funding Flop Should Be Cautionary Tale for CA - Streetsblog California

In Illinois, the legislators that were fighting for transit were desperately trying to find new money to fill RTA's budget chasm. A tax on deliveries, tolls, reallocating other sales takes...all of these fixes were proposed and shot-down.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Raskin Tells MSNBC's Mohyeldin There is NO Justification' for Terror Like in Boulder, Not Even the War in Gaza

Raskin emphasized that no ideological motivation can justify violence or terror, stressing the need to confront hatred and anti-Semitism in America.
Black Lives Matter
#democratic-party
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Rep. Adriano Espaillat, who railed about 'defending democracy' after 2020, faces discipline in his own party for election interference

Rep. Adriano Espaillat faces potential suspension after an ethics probe found he engaged in misconduct during a party election.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Rep. Adriano Espaillat, who railed about 'defending democracy' after 2020, faces discipline in his own party for election interference

Rep. Adriano Espaillat faces potential suspension after an ethics probe found he engaged in misconduct during a party election.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

No assurances that latest delay to new children's hospital will be the last, chief executive warns

Under questioning from Aontú's Peadar Tóibín during Leaders' Questions in the Dáil, Mr Harris said: "I am responsible for bringing the decision to cabinet. I am going to be responsible for a world class facility."
UK politics
#donald-trump
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

He Is A Criminal!' AOC Calls Trump Everything From Rapist To Stock Cheat In Rally Speech

AOC lambasts Trump, alleging market manipulation and calling for an end to congressional stock trading.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

He Is A Criminal!' AOC Calls Trump Everything From Rapist To Stock Cheat In Rally Speech

AOC lambasts Trump, alleging market manipulation and calling for an end to congressional stock trading.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jake Tapper Battles Megyn Kelly About His Coverage of Biden

Kelly insisted that the gaffe about Walorski demanded further scrutiny. "You just forgot that Jackie Walorski was dead... You lowered the flags... 13 days before you sat with him."
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Oncologist who worked with Joe Biden said president should not choose White House doctor

Emanuel argued that an independent group of doctors should oversee the White House physician role, highlighting the need for transparency in presidential health matters.
US politics
#public-safety
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | AOC's district saw a 70% crime surge - more than double NYC average: 'She doesn't care'

Crime rates have surged significantly in AOC's district, igniting frustration among residents regarding her leadership and attention to community issues.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | AOC's district saw a 70% crime surge - more than double NYC average: 'She doesn't care'

Crime rates have surged significantly in AOC's district, igniting frustration among residents regarding her leadership and attention to community issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tory MP claims 1,100 for purchase of freely available Who's Who books

A Tory MP claimed over £1,100 for Who's Who books despite them being available for free in Parliament.
MP expenses policies allow for claims on certain materials, but the discretion leads to controversial filings.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FBI chief Kash Patel turns tables on Democrat accusing him of weaponizing bureau

"Ma'am, you want to know who was targeted by a weaponized FBI? Me." Patel defended himself against allegations of targeting political figures linked to his book.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

House Democrat Celebrates Scott Bessent Telling Her Peter Navarro Isn't Joining Upcoming Trade Talks: Thank God For That!'

I'm sorry, Congresswoman, but that would not benefit the United States.
US politics
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Chris Cuomo Tears Into Coward' Senator for Bailing on Show at Last Minute: What a Punk Ass Move'

Cuomo blasts Sen. Kennedy for bailing last minute, labeling him a coward and a punk for avoiding public accountability.
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
2 months ago

Trump says it's Biden's economy, but businesses and economists beg to differ

Trump claims credit for stock market gains and blames Biden for losses, raising questions about presidential responsibility for economic performance.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Minister 'starts to take women's health seriously'

"I think the minister is starting to take women's health more seriously but there is a way to go. It's good that the minister has accepted the findings of the public health report into women's health."
UK politics
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Queens politician says Adams mischaracterized chat about bringing ICE to Rikers

Mayor Adams deflects responsibility for Rikers ICE involvement, attributing it to Councilman Holden's suggestion.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

Careless People tracks Facebook's transformation as a political entity, revealing its alarming indifference to user safety and ethical considerations during major global events.
World politics
fromAol
2 months ago

NYC pol accused of blocking critics from posting on her social media and dares naysayer to take her to court: 'Not democratic'

Brooklyn Assembly member Emily Gallagher is accused of censoring critics on social media, raising First Amendment concerns.
NYC politics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Hegseth Said to Have Shared Attack Details in Second Signal Chat

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military information in a private group chat, raising concerns about judgment and management.
#letitia-james
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

AG Tish's alleged mortgage fraud: Letters to the Editor - April 18, 2025

Letitia James faces potential prosecution for alleged mortgage fraud, sparking public scrutiny and calls for accountability.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Conservatives gloat after Trump admin refers NY AG Letitia James for potential prosecution: 'Karma'

Letitia James faces a criminal referral for alleged mortgage fraud, sparking criticism and claims of hypocrisy from conservatives.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

AG Tish's alleged mortgage fraud: Letters to the Editor - April 18, 2025

Letitia James faces potential prosecution for alleged mortgage fraud, sparking public scrutiny and calls for accountability.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Conservatives gloat after Trump admin refers NY AG Letitia James for potential prosecution: 'Karma'

Letitia James faces a criminal referral for alleged mortgage fraud, sparking criticism and claims of hypocrisy from conservatives.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Trump's FCC chair threatens Comcast, demands changes to NBC news coverage

Carr's recent actions to investigate news distortion complaints indicate a willingness to pursue formal proceedings against major networks like NBC, CBS, and ABC.
Media industry
NYC politics
from48 hills
3 months ago

What if the DA broke the law? Where is the outrage from all the tough-on-crime folks? - 48 hills

Brook Jenkins' actions in accessing and leaking confidential data highlight a double standard in accountability for public officials.
SF politics
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Campaign notebook: City Hall purge, doxxing, big tech money and oppo research

The termination of Leigh Hanson and revelations from FBI investigations overshadowed the Oakland mayoral race.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Lawyer queries Reform UK investigation into Rupert Lowe

Rupert Lowe's legal team questions the independence of a bullying investigation against him, claiming it was politically influenced.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Jasmine Crockett branded a hypocrite for taking $370k from PACs, business trips to Hamas-supporting Qatar: records

Jasmine Crockett misrepresented her PAC contributions by claiming she accepted none, while evidence shows she received nearly $400,000 from PACs.
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