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Trump Is Following Bush’s War Playbook

The president opposed the Iraq war as a candidate. Now he’s using Bush’s bad arguments to support his trade war.

Everything You Should Know About Hurricane Dorian

The hurricane is expected to be slow when it hits—that's a bad thing.

It Is Very Bad That Our President Reportedly Lied About Trade Negotiations With China

Here's why.

Here’s What Critics Are Saying About Ad Astra

Can you say "daddy issues"?

A Conservative Wonk Explains Why the GOP’s Latest Tax Scheme Is a Terrible Idea

“What they’re doing, which is indexing just capital gains, I don’t think is a good idea."

The Angle: Why Kirsten Gillibrand’s Campaign Failed

Gillibrand’s reception on the national stage says a lot about us.

There Was No Such Thing as a “Black Confederate.” So Why Is the Myth So Strong?

A new book uncovers the history of “body servants,” neo-Confederate propaganda, and one of the internet’s favorite racist memes.

Which Streaming Service Has the Best Animated Logo?

CBS All Access, wyd?

The Cute Bird Playing With a Golf Ball is Actually Trying to Kill It

More murder birds.

Why Couldn’t I Make Myself Like Kirsten Gillibrand?

She could have been a contender.