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December 22, 2021
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Right-wing gathering America Fest 2021
'Literally Celebrating Killing People': Chris Hayes Segment Details Growing Right-Wing Bloodlust
With a standing ovation for Kyle Rittenhouse, a right-wing gathering this week displayed "one of the most ominous, despicable developments in our politics in recent memory," said the MSNBC host.
by Julia Conley



Demonstrators urge President Joe Biden to cancel student debt.
'Major Win for 45 Million Student Debtors': Biden Extends Loan Payment Freeze
"Next, President Biden should cancel student debt," said Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
by Jake Johnson



Yemen crisis
AOC Leads Demand for Biden to Work on Ending Saudi Blockade of Crucial Yemen Airport
"The United States must make clear that this cruel and senseless blockade is causing devastating harm to millions of innocent Yemenis and is harmful to diplomacy and the peace process."
by Brett Wilkins



Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., talks with reporters while leaving the U.S. Capitol on Monday, August 9, 2021.
Forget Manchin. Sanders Says Entire Democratic Party Must Show 'Guts' Against Corporate Interests
The focus of the party, says the Vermont senator, must be "to restore faith with the American people that they actually stand for something."
by Andrea Germanos
Opinion



Biden at the White House
Free At-Home Tests Are a Start, But Biden Must Move Faster and Go Bigger to End Pandemic
The Covid-19 threat will not simply go away—especially when addressed with half measures. The administration must use its authority under the Defense Production Act much more wisely and aggressively.
by Timi Iwayemi



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Winter Solstice: Finding Light in Dark Times
Even in the darkness you have a choice. You can look for the light. You can pay attention to what is good. You can give of yourself. So take a deep breath and call forth your light.
by Zoe Weil
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