The president’s attacks ignore the incredible scope of the agency’s work—and the hundreds of thousands of good jobs it provides.
Paul Waldman
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Why the Republicans’ Tax Cut Won’t Save Them from Political Disaster
Don’t count on the middle class thinking they received a gift. And don’t count on trickle-down economics.
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Democrats Can’t Stop the Tax Bill — But They Can Make Republicans Pay
In the lead-up to the 2018 midterms, Democrats will need to remind voters that the GOP pushed through one of the most unpopular pieces of legislation in history.
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A Constitutional Crisis Is on the Way
Would Trump fire Robert Mueller? You bet he would.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
How Republicans Are Digging Their Own Grave for 2018
They think they need to pass this tax bill to stave off defeat. But it may do just the opposite.
Posted inEconomic Policy
Why We All Should Be Sick and Tired of This Tax Debate
When facts don’t matter, things get pretty exasperating.
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Your Guide to Where Republicans Stand on Roy Moore
It all depends on which constituency they serve.
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The One Thing the Democratic Party Doesn’t Need
Forget about undertaking another searing examination of their very soul.
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With the Russia Scandal Getting Serious, the GOP Spin Machine Kicks Into High Gear
This is going to be one of the greatest tests the right-wing media machine has ever faced.
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In the Trump Administration, Everyone Becomes a Liar
Eventually everyone, including John Kelly, must sink to lying for the president.