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Latest Breaking News
Pentagon prepares for weeks of ground operations in Iran
By vanessa_ca - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 12 sec ago
Pentagon prepares for weeks of ground operations in Iran
By vanessa_ca - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 12 sec ago
General Discussion
Tulsi Gabbard wants Obama tried for treason.
By Blue Full Moon - 1 hr ago - Last reply 20 sec ago
Tulsi Gabbard wants Obama tried for treason.
By Blue Full Moon - 1 hr ago - Last reply 20 sec ago
General Discussion
John Fugelsang: Somewhere in Heaven, George Orwell is saying "Okay, even I didn't think of that."
By highplainsdem - 46 min ago - Last reply 28 sec ago
John Fugelsang: Somewhere in Heaven, George Orwell is saying "Okay, even I didn't think of that."
By highplainsdem - 46 min ago - Last reply 28 sec ago
General Discussion
Remember when Trump pretended to be slightly nicked on the ear?
By Orrex - 175 replies @ 58 sec ago (Milestone)
Remember when Trump pretended to be slightly nicked on the ear?
By Orrex - 175 replies @ 58 sec ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
VIDEO - The F*CKIN' BOSS at NO KINGS: "We'll remember the names of those who died on the streets of Minneapolis"
By Miles Archer - 1 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
VIDEO - The F*CKIN' BOSS at NO KINGS: "We'll remember the names of those who died on the streets of Minneapolis"
By Miles Archer - 1 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump Ballroom Trashed Over Its Humiliating Design Flaws
By riversedge - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Trump Ballroom Trashed Over Its Humiliating Design Flaws
By riversedge - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
Straight of Hormuz may be closed for years
By Bmoboy - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Straight of Hormuz may be closed for years
By Bmoboy - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Science
A 1977 Time Capsule, Voyager 1 runs on 69 KB of memory and an 8-track tape recorder
By usonian - 1 hr ago - Last reply 2 min ago
A 1977 Time Capsule, Voyager 1 runs on 69 KB of memory and an 8-track tape recorder
By usonian - 1 hr ago - Last reply 2 min ago
General Discussion
MI-SEN: Top El-Sayed ally: It doesn't matter if rapes happened on Oct. 7.
By RandySF - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
MI-SEN: Top El-Sayed ally: It doesn't matter if rapes happened on Oct. 7.
By RandySF - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
California
Tom Steyer for Governor? Your thoughts.
By Sibelius Fan - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Tom Steyer for Governor? Your thoughts.
By Sibelius Fan - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Christian Liberals & Progressive People of Faith
God is love. Love is something you do.
By The Great Open Dance - 3 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
God is love. Love is something you do.
By The Great Open Dance - 3 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
General Discussion
"The second Trump presidency was always going to end in disaster. Now it's happening."
By BeyondGeography - 56 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
"The second Trump presidency was always going to end in disaster. Now it's happening."
By BeyondGeography - 56 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
General Discussion
So, I'm gonna stir the pot a bit... don't be too harsh...
By Joinfortmill - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 4 min ago
So, I'm gonna stir the pot a bit... don't be too harsh...
By Joinfortmill - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
❌👑 No Kings 3 was the largest day of protest in US history. Here's what comes next.--- Indivisible
By usonian - 15 hrs ago - Last reply 4 min ago
❌👑 No Kings 3 was the largest day of protest in US history. Here's what comes next.--- Indivisible
By usonian - 15 hrs ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Latest Breaking News
White House Ballroom Plan Is Slated for Final Vote
By mahatmakanejeeves - 4 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
White House Ballroom Plan Is Slated for Final Vote
By mahatmakanejeeves - 4 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
Meidaa Touch posted this. Hopefully it's a legit shot of the Philly No Kings and not a Foghat concert from 20 years ago
By Miles Archer - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Meidaa Touch posted this. Hopefully it's a legit shot of the Philly No Kings and not a Foghat concert from 20 years ago
By Miles Archer - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Formerly homeless people, including veterans, could be evicted if Trump administration plan is implemented
By BumRushDaShow - 56 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Formerly homeless people, including veterans, could be evicted if Trump administration plan is implemented
By BumRushDaShow - 56 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
General Discussion
'No Kings' protests live updates: More than 8 million turned out across all 50 states, organizers say
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 56 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
'No Kings' protests live updates: More than 8 million turned out across all 50 states, organizers say
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 56 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
General Discussion
Trump breaks EVERY RULE that stands in his way. He can BREAK the one about his son LURCH being too tall to fight in Iran
By Miles Archer - 45 min ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Trump breaks EVERY RULE that stands in his way. He can BREAK the one about his son LURCH being too tall to fight in Iran
By Miles Archer - 45 min ago - Last reply 9 min ago
General Discussion
Does drumpf now meet the Constitutional Definition of Treason?
By Takket - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Does drumpf now meet the Constitutional Definition of Treason?
By Takket - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Iran Strike on Key Aluminum Producer Threatens Global Supply Chains
By BumRushDaShow - 23 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Iran Strike on Key Aluminum Producer Threatens Global Supply Chains
By BumRushDaShow - 23 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
General Discussion
What was the average age of protester in your area?
By Sun-Moon - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
What was the average age of protester in your area?
By Sun-Moon - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Supreme Court fight over birthright citizenship threatens 'chaos' in proving newborns' status
By BumRushDaShow - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Supreme Court fight over birthright citizenship threatens 'chaos' in proving newborns' status
By BumRushDaShow - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
General Discussion
Who can get a free article from the NYT to share with us?
By Baitball Blogger - 37 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Who can get a free article from the NYT to share with us?
By Baitball Blogger - 37 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
Iran War -The Movie: Straight Outta Hormuz. Great satire with a lot of famous actors.
By Amaryllis - 32 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Iran War -The Movie: Straight Outta Hormuz. Great satire with a lot of famous actors.
By Amaryllis - 32 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
"They Looked Iranian": Security Footage Shows Trump Negotiating With White House Patio Umbrellas for Six Hours
By Zorro - 45 min ago - Last reply 11 min ago
"They Looked Iranian": Security Footage Shows Trump Negotiating With White House Patio Umbrellas for Six Hours
By Zorro - 45 min ago - Last reply 11 min ago
General Discussion
DOJ paying Flynn $1.25 million to settle a baseless case of malicious prosecution could set a dangerous precedent
By Miles Archer - 1 hr ago - Last reply 12 min ago
DOJ paying Flynn $1.25 million to settle a baseless case of malicious prosecution could set a dangerous precedent
By Miles Archer - 1 hr ago - Last reply 12 min ago
The DU Lounge
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (March 29, 2026)
By EarlG - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (March 29, 2026)
By EarlG - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Fiction
What Fiction are you reading this week, March 29, 2026?
By hermetic - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 14 min ago
What Fiction are you reading this week, March 29, 2026?
By hermetic - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Latest Breaking News
'Look, I don't understand': Tom Homan unable to defend why Trump stalled on TSA pay
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - Last reply 14 min ago
'Look, I don't understand': Tom Homan unable to defend why Trump stalled on TSA pay
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Investigators Examine Contractor Installed at FEMA Under Kristi Noem
By mahatmakanejeeves - 23 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
Investigators Examine Contractor Installed at FEMA Under Kristi Noem
By mahatmakanejeeves - 23 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
General Discussion
My son made the local Newspaper
By proud patriot - 19 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
My son made the local Newspaper
By proud patriot - 19 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
General Discussion
Maybe an important future No Kings Day...
By 3825-87867 - 15 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
Maybe an important future No Kings Day...
By 3825-87867 - 15 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
American History
PBS: The Black Congresswoman They DON'T Teach You About
By marmar - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 18 min ago
PBS: The Black Congresswoman They DON'T Teach You About
By marmar - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 18 min ago
Photography
Factory Butte - Hanksville, Utah - March 2026
By Bo Zarts - 34 min ago - Last reply 18 min ago
Factory Butte - Hanksville, Utah - March 2026
By Bo Zarts - 34 min ago - Last reply 18 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Modeling industry activist calls for inquiry into how agencies 'facilitated Epstein's abuse'
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago - Last reply 19 min ago
Modeling industry activist calls for inquiry into how agencies 'facilitated Epstein's abuse'
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago - Last reply 19 min ago
General Discussion
Look at this photo from yesterday's No Kings protest
By highplainsdem - 27 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
Look at this photo from yesterday's No Kings protest
By highplainsdem - 27 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
30 memes about 1 ahole. Signs at No Kings rallies. ⚠️ Language ⚠️
By underpants - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
30 memes about 1 ahole. Signs at No Kings rallies. ⚠️ Language ⚠️
By underpants - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
General Discussion
Tom Ho man: 'I hope' Trump compels Congress to end shutdown
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 28 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Tom Ho man: 'I hope' Trump compels Congress to end shutdown
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 28 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Foreign Affairs
Unrest: Putin raises taxes to finance war, 70% vote against the war - RFU News
By TexasTowelie - 22 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Unrest: Putin raises taxes to finance war, 70% vote against the war - RFU News
By TexasTowelie - 22 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
General Discussion
Brad Raffensperger runs for Georgia governor and tries to defy Republicans who called him 'repugnant'
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 26 min ago - Last reply 26 min ago
Brad Raffensperger runs for Georgia governor and tries to defy Republicans who called him 'repugnant'
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 26 min ago - Last reply 26 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Jamelle Bouie: What do you do when the president is illiterate?
By marmar - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Jamelle Bouie: What do you do when the president is illiterate?
By marmar - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Some major US airlines may 'not survive' unless oil prices come down soon, experts warn
By BumRushDaShow - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Some major US airlines may 'not survive' unless oil prices come down soon, experts warn
By BumRushDaShow - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
General Discussion
Hmmm, curious - Nothing on CNN.com about the LARGEST protest in U.S. history. Not only no headline,
By AnotherMother4Peace - 1 hr ago - Last reply 28 min ago
Hmmm, curious - Nothing on CNN.com about the LARGEST protest in U.S. history. Not only no headline,
By AnotherMother4Peace - 1 hr ago - Last reply 28 min ago
General Discussion
I think Newsom's Press Office is wrong about Miller getting sh*tcanned. Sewer rats survive & thrive in the sewer.
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
I think Newsom's Press Office is wrong about Miller getting sh*tcanned. Sewer rats survive & thrive in the sewer.
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
General Discussion
Why millions of seniors have suddenly lost health care coverage, Medicare Advantage
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 52 min ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Why millions of seniors have suddenly lost health care coverage, Medicare Advantage
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 52 min ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Civil Liberties
Birthright Citizenship Case Pushes Trump's Relationship With Supreme Court to Brink
By mahatmakanejeeves - 43 min ago - Last reply 30 min ago
Birthright Citizenship Case Pushes Trump's Relationship With Supreme Court to Brink
By mahatmakanejeeves - 43 min ago - Last reply 30 min ago
General Discussion
How is Trump REALLY reacting to "No Kings"? (POLL) (Poll)
By orangecrush - 1 hr ago - Last reply 33 min ago
How is Trump REALLY reacting to "No Kings"? (POLL) (Poll)
By orangecrush - 1 hr ago - Last reply 33 min ago
Environment & Energy
How Trump Media Joined the Nuclear Industry's Quest to Create a Star on Earth
By mahatmakanejeeves - 33 min ago - Last reply 33 min ago
How Trump Media Joined the Nuclear Industry's Quest to Create a Star on Earth
By mahatmakanejeeves - 33 min ago - Last reply 33 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 35 min ago
Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 35 min ago
General Discussion
Without Trump, the US's biggest conservative festival falls flat
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Without Trump, the US's biggest conservative festival falls flat
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 37 min ago
General Discussion
ESPIONAGE - Here is the relevant law - emphasis mine.
By harumph - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 38 min ago
ESPIONAGE - Here is the relevant law - emphasis mine.
By harumph - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 38 min ago
General Discussion
commanding general of Marine Forces Reserve distributed this letter "Prepare your family"
By riversedge - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 43 min ago
commanding general of Marine Forces Reserve distributed this letter "Prepare your family"
By riversedge - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Women's Rights & Issues
Full network of clitoral nerves mapped out for first time
By littlemissmartypants - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 44 min ago
Full network of clitoral nerves mapped out for first time
By littlemissmartypants - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 44 min ago
The DU Lounge
Dog pack ( AI generated talk show by dogs)
By Figarosmom - 45 min ago - Last reply 45 min ago
Dog pack ( AI generated talk show by dogs)
By Figarosmom - 45 min ago - Last reply 45 min ago
General Discussion
When Trump dies, this is one of my many wishes:
By Chasstev365 - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 46 min ago
When Trump dies, this is one of my many wishes:
By Chasstev365 - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 46 min ago
General Discussion
Tell me what is wrong with this No Kings photo (besides the fact that it was sunny in Philadelphia yesterday... lol):
By demmiblue - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 47 min ago
Tell me what is wrong with this No Kings photo (besides the fact that it was sunny in Philadelphia yesterday... lol):
By demmiblue - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 47 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Millions turn out for "No Kings" rallies held worldwide to protest against Trump
By Dulcinea - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 48 min ago
Millions turn out for "No Kings" rallies held worldwide to protest against Trump
By Dulcinea - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 48 min ago
General Discussion
Four Presidents Have Died In The Last Thirty Years...Who is Gonna Eulogize the F*ck sitting in the People's House?
By Joinfortmill - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 52 min ago
Four Presidents Have Died In The Last Thirty Years...Who is Gonna Eulogize the F*ck sitting in the People's House?
By Joinfortmill - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 52 min ago
General Discussion
Hitler didn't start with the camps.
By applegrove - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 56 min ago
Hitler didn't start with the camps.
By applegrove - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 56 min ago
General Discussion
Special Government Employee Corey Lewandowski is no longer special
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 56 min ago
Special Government Employee Corey Lewandowski is no longer special
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 56 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Heather Cox Richardson: The 3 Pillars of World Order Being Challenged
By marmar - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Heather Cox Richardson: The 3 Pillars of World Order Being Challenged
By marmar - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Environment & Energy
A nice video about what I regard as the best thermal nuclear reactor ever designed and put into commercial service.
By NNadir - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
A nice video about what I regard as the best thermal nuclear reactor ever designed and put into commercial service.
By NNadir - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Date announced for national strike aimed at crippling Trump: 'No work, no school'
By BumRushDaShow - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Date announced for national strike aimed at crippling Trump: 'No work, no school'
By BumRushDaShow - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Vegetarian, Vegan and Animal Rights
Thinking of MustLoveBeagles while looking at this. . .
By Stargleamer - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Thinking of MustLoveBeagles while looking at this. . .
By Stargleamer - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Trump just posted a letter from Franklin Graham assuring him that says "you commented to the media that you might not be
By demmiblue - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Trump just posted a letter from Franklin Graham assuring him that says "you commented to the media that you might not be
By demmiblue - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
EXPERT: The Orange Degenerate Showing A LOT of Signs Of Cognitive Decline- Mark Thompson
By MagaSmash - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
EXPERT: The Orange Degenerate Showing A LOT of Signs Of Cognitive Decline- Mark Thompson
By MagaSmash - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
I think this subject needs its own forum. Roller Derby.
By multigraincracker - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
I think this subject needs its own forum. Roller Derby.
By multigraincracker - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Forum Spotlight: Cooking & Baking
Making beef stew on a cold sunny SundayWas gifted four jars of canned dilly green beans yesterday.
Breakfast Sunday 29 March 2026
Latest Breaking News
Formerly homeless people, including veterans, could be evicted if Trump administration plan is implemented
56 min ago - CNN Politics
56 min ago - CNN Politics
'Look, I don't understand': Tom Homan unable to defend why Trump stalled on TSA pay
1 hr ago - Raw Story
1 hr ago - Raw Story
Left in limbo, Afghans who served with U.S. forces fear Trump could send them back to the Taliban
2 hrs ago - NBC News
2 hrs ago - NBC News
Israeli police block Catholic cardinal from Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday
4 hrs ago - Reuters
4 hrs ago - Reuters
Supreme Court fight over birthright citizenship threatens 'chaos' in proving newborns' status
6 hrs ago - CNN Politics
6 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Trump Calls for Republicans Who Oppose Ending Filibuster to 'Be Exposed to the Public'
8 hrs ago - MEDIAite
8 hrs ago - MEDIAite
House discharge petition on TPS for Haiti secures enough signatures to force vote
8 hrs ago - The Hill
8 hrs ago - The Hill
Some major US airlines may 'not survive' unless oil prices come down soon, experts warn
9 hrs ago - The Independent
9 hrs ago - The Independent
Date announced for national strike aimed at crippling Trump: 'No work, no school'
10 hrs ago - Raw Story
10 hrs ago - Raw Story
US treasury department demands retraction of story on increased oversight of Federal Reserve
10 hrs ago - The Guardian
10 hrs ago - The Guardian
European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than the U.S. has acknowledged, sources say
11 hrs ago - CBS News
11 hrs ago - CBS News
Robert De Niro Demands 'Corrupt' Trump Be Removed at 'No Kings' Rally: 'He Must Be Stopped NOW'
11 hrs ago - MEDIAite
11 hrs ago - MEDIAite
House Dem Calls For Reparations For Children And Families 'Traumatized' By ICE
11 hrs ago - Huff Post
11 hrs ago - Huff Post
'No Kings' rallies draw crowds across US, in Europe. Springsteen headlines Minnesota demonstration
17 hrs ago - AP
17 hrs ago - AP
Trump-appointed judge slams ICE for 'grave' violations of right to legal counsel, imposes strict conditions on detention
18 hrs ago - Law & Crime
18 hrs ago - Law & Crime
French police foil apparent bomb attack outside of Bank of America building in Paris
20 hrs ago - CBS News/AFP
20 hrs ago - CBS News/AFP
Hawaii to take over aging dam after failure scare prompted evacuations
21 hrs ago - msn/The Independent
21 hrs ago - msn/The Independent
Iran-backed Houthis enter the month-old war and could further threaten global shipping
21 hrs ago - WSB-TV 2 (ABC Atlanta)
21 hrs ago - WSB-TV 2 (ABC Atlanta)
Exclusive: Russia took satellite images of U.S. airbase in days before Iranian attack, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says
21 hrs ago - NBC News
21 hrs ago - NBC News
Trump admin shuts down Greg Bovino's social media accounts after he refused to hand them back: report
21 hrs ago - The Independent
21 hrs ago - The Independent
Robert Mueller's former law firm breaks silence after DOJ suddenly reverses executive order surrender
Yesterday - Law & Crime
Yesterday - Law & Crime
Rosatom Says Situation at Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant Keeps Deteriorating
Yesterday - US News & World Report/Reuters
Yesterday - US News & World Report/Reuters
Judge orders Alligator Alcatraz detainees be given more access to their lawyers
Yesterday - Miami Herald
Yesterday - Miami Herald
A judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over Minnesota in-state tuition for students without legal status
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
Sharpie Rebuts Trump's Account of Phone Call With Company: 'We Don't Have Any Information About the Conversation'
Yesterday - MEDIAite
Yesterday - MEDIAite