Conservative Groups Hold Back On Whip Endorsement
"Either Stutzman or Scalise would be an upgrade."
Exclusive: Progressive Ticket Will Challenge Andrew Cuomo And His Running Mate In New York Primary
Immigrant rights to be a central issue down ballot for Tim Wu. "I think I can beat Andrew Cuomo," says Zephyr Teachout.
Conservatives On Twitter Celebrate The Death Of "Amnesty"
Dead, dead, dead.
Teacher Union President: The Right Is Not Going To Be Won Over On Common Core
But American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten says the emphasis on testing is damaging Common Core's reputation elsewhere.
Mercedes Workers In Alabama Are Going To Be Stuck With UAW
"We try to keep the unions from having a hobby," AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka says.
Watch Armed Brazilian Police Officers Standoff With Subway Protesters In São Paulo
Police fired rubber bullets at protesters and attacked them with batons after they refused to leave the station. Warning: graphic video.
FIFA Stays Silent On Brazil Subway Strike Days Before Start Of World Cup
"We can't speculate about the strike situation. Second it’s up to the local transport authorities to make the necessary arrangements for transport in the city," a FIFA spokesman said.
Richard Trumka Played A Role In New York Progressive Party's Deal With Cuomo
All the way to the top!
The Funniest, Angriest Comments On The FCC's Proposed Net Neutrality Rule
"Do your goddamned job." NSFW.
Senate Democrats Consider Defunding Raids Of Legal Medical Marijuana Operations
The Republican-controlled House passed a bill to restrict DEA raids in states where medical marijuana is legal. Will the Senate do the same?
Tense New York Convention A "Gut Check" For Democrats
"We have to regain the confidence of the electorate that we don't just say we stand for something different, but we really can effectively deliver," says Schneiderman.
Andrew Cuomo Wins Spot On Progressive New York Party Line
A contentious vote.
House Votes To End DEA Raids On Legal Medical Marijuana Operations
"Marijuana does not make people commit crime. It makes them overeat," Rep. Steve Cohen said. The amendment passed 219-189.
House Members Speak Out Against U.S. Negotiating With Country That Stones LGBT People
"The United States must make it clear that we will not tolerate such abuses," the draft letter reads.
50 Democratic Senators To NFL: Change The Washington Redskins' Name
They cite the NBA's rebuke of owner Donald Sterling. Republicans were not asked to sign the letter.
Senators Frustrated At "Bogus" Hearing Over 9/11 Military Authorization Law
"We're not here to say it should be repealed today," an administration official says.
The House Will Have 10 Minutes To Debate Repealing The Post-9/11 Military Authorization Law
"If we are going to send our young men and women into combat, and we are going to use force, then Congress needs to debate," Rep. Barbara Lee said.
69 Words General Motors Didn't Want Its Employees To Use When Describing GM Cars
"Rolling sarcophagus." "Widow-maker."
Creepy Ronald McDonalds Are Popping Up Around The World And They're Demanding Money
Ba da ba ba ba...
Outrage In Hollywood Over Brunei's Sharia Law, But It's Quiet In Washington
The groups that promoted the boycott of the Sultan's Los Angeles hotels have yet to call on the administration to slow down a high-profile trade agreement that would include Brunei.