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fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

The Allies Of the Billionaires - emptywheel

The wealthy's attacks on democracy stem from historical efforts to dismantle the New Deal, with allies emerging across various ideologies.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

On Socialism, Egalitarianism, and Humanism

When Jesus wants to feed the poor, it's Christianity. When government wants to feed the poor, it's socialism.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: May 11, Deep Blue defeats Kasparov

IBM's Deep Blue marked a historic moment in technology on May 11, 1997, by defeating the reigning chess world champion Garry Kasparov, showcasing the potential of artificial intelligence.
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fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Most Significant First 100 Days Since FDR

FDR's first 100 days transformed government response to crisis; Trump's first 100 days potentially more consequential with robust political backing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

100-year timeframe': how Project 2025 is guiding Trump's attack on government

Graham’s concise book offers a deep dive into the far-right's ambitions through Project 2025, revealing a methodical plan for reshaping government in America.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A century ago, the government hired unemployed young men to build America's forests, trails, and parks. Photos show FDR's 'tree army.'

In 1933, the Ohio River spilled over, flooding Louisville, Kentucky. Franklin Roosevelt blamed soil erosion and forests lost to the timber industry, which were among the reasons conservation was one of the new president's top priorities.
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fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

The legacy and programs of FDR, who died 80 years ago today, are at risk of being dismantled

Eighty years later, as we mark the anniversary of FDR's death, we are not just remembering the man, but horrifically, we are watching his life's work be gutted in real time by the destruction of Donald Trump and House Republicans.
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