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General Discussion
TACO MONDAY: Top congressional leaders will meet Trump at the White House on Monday as shutdown looms
By Miles Archer - 9 sec ago - Last reply 9 sec ago
TACO MONDAY: Top congressional leaders will meet Trump at the White House on Monday as shutdown looms
By Miles Archer - 9 sec ago - Last reply 9 sec ago
Environment & Energy
Balcony solar panels. Sounds like a great idea. Shhhh!
By applegrove - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Balcony solar panels. Sounds like a great idea. Shhhh!
By applegrove - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Disney investors demand details into company's Jimmy Kimmel suspension
By ificandream - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Disney investors demand details into company's Jimmy Kimmel suspension
By ificandream - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
New York Times Best Seller, "Separation of Church and Hate" by John Fugelsang - Glenn Kirschner
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
New York Times Best Seller, "Separation of Church and Hate" by John Fugelsang - Glenn Kirschner
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
"An escalator can never break down. It can only become stairs. You'll never see an escalator out of order sign.
By Swede - 14 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
"An escalator can never break down. It can only become stairs. You'll never see an escalator out of order sign.
By Swede - 14 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
Nexstar Internal Memo Defends Pulling Jimmy Kimmel Show (Deadline.com)
By ificandream - 1 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Nexstar Internal Memo Defends Pulling Jimmy Kimmel Show (Deadline.com)
By ificandream - 1 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
Mike Johnson refuses to swear in a Democrat who won her election in a landslide just so he can block a vote on the
By tblue37 - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Mike Johnson refuses to swear in a Democrat who won her election in a landslide just so he can block a vote on the
By tblue37 - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
I was thinking Trump needs a new nickname with Pedo in it and maybe an AI character to brand him with
By Quixote1818 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
I was thinking Trump needs a new nickname with Pedo in it and maybe an AI character to brand him with
By Quixote1818 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Republican Plan CRUMBLES As Catastrophic Mass Medical Clinic Collapse Begins
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Republican Plan CRUMBLES As Catastrophic Mass Medical Clinic Collapse Begins
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 3 min ago
General Discussion
1979 - When Saddam Hussein held a public purge - video
By Ellipsis - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
1979 - When Saddam Hussein held a public purge - video
By Ellipsis - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Science
Perplexing diamonds from South Africa mine contain 'almost impossible' chemistry
By Judi Lynn - 34 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Perplexing diamonds from South Africa mine contain 'almost impossible' chemistry
By Judi Lynn - 34 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
General Discussion
TV ads recruiting ICE on college football games
By mnhtnbb - 1 hr ago - Last reply 4 min ago
TV ads recruiting ICE on college football games
By mnhtnbb - 1 hr ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
They got what they wanted. Kamala Harris lost the election, and Trump is president. So, what do these protesters want
By Swede - 4 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
They got what they wanted. Kamala Harris lost the election, and Trump is president. So, what do these protesters want
By Swede - 4 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
Horror Image of War-Ravaged Portland
By MineralMan - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
Horror Image of War-Ravaged Portland
By MineralMan - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
General Discussion
'Can you imagine the disdain?' Ex-GOP insider says Pete Hegseth setting stage for a 'coup'
By turbinetree - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
'Can you imagine the disdain?' Ex-GOP insider says Pete Hegseth setting stage for a 'coup'
By turbinetree - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
General Discussion
James Comey is being investigated even though he hasn't committed a crime. It could change the country for the worst.
By Aristus - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
James Comey is being investigated even though he hasn't committed a crime. It could change the country for the worst.
By Aristus - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
General Discussion
This was posted by a friend of a friend of mine on Facebook. Stand strong Portland!
By generalbetrayus - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
This was posted by a friend of a friend of mine on Facebook. Stand strong Portland!
By generalbetrayus - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Environment & Energy
World's first mushroom-powered waterless toilet appears in botanical garden
By DBoon - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
World's first mushroom-powered waterless toilet appears in botanical garden
By DBoon - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Not 'the gospel.' Ahead of Supreme Court term, Clarence Thomas weighs in on precedent
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Not 'the gospel.' Ahead of Supreme Court term, Clarence Thomas weighs in on precedent
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
General Discussion
Chicago: Suddenly: tremendous amount of gas and pepper balls fill the road. People running, canisters exploding.
By Swede - 21 min ago - Last reply 9 min ago
Chicago: Suddenly: tremendous amount of gas and pepper balls fill the road. People running, canisters exploding.
By Swede - 21 min ago - Last reply 9 min ago
General Discussion
'I Wanted Republicans to Win': Manchin Breaks Silence on 2024 Election
By RandySF - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
'I Wanted Republicans to Win': Manchin Breaks Silence on 2024 Election
By RandySF - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 9 min ago
The DU Lounge
Just bought a couple of shirts....women's XL....hate to say, but why are the damn sleeves sooooooooooo long???
By a kennedy - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Just bought a couple of shirts....women's XL....hate to say, but why are the damn sleeves sooooooooooo long???
By a kennedy - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump falsely suggests FBI agents to blame for igniting Jan. 6 violence
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Trump falsely suggests FBI agents to blame for igniting Jan. 6 violence
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
The Borowitz Report-Federal Troops Arrive in Portland and Immediately Form Bands
By LetMyPeopleVote - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 10 min ago
The Borowitz Report-Federal Troops Arrive in Portland and Immediately Form Bands
By LetMyPeopleVote - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Putin preparing to attack another European country, Zelenskyy says
By ancianita - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 11 min ago
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Putin preparing to attack another European country, Zelenskyy says
By ancianita - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 11 min ago
Music Appreciation
Grand Funk Railroad - Some Kind Of Wonderful
By steelyboo - 11 min ago - Last reply 11 min ago
Grand Funk Railroad - Some Kind Of Wonderful
By steelyboo - 11 min ago - Last reply 11 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Native Americans condemn Pentagon move to preserve Wounded Knee medals
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Native Americans condemn Pentagon move to preserve Wounded Knee medals
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Right-Wing Karen Instantly ROASTED For Harassing Starbucks Barista
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 15 min ago
Right-Wing Karen Instantly ROASTED For Harassing Starbucks Barista
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 15 min ago
General Discussion
Love me some before and after pics
By dcmfox - 18 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
Love me some before and after pics
By dcmfox - 18 min ago - Last reply 15 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Wealthy TV producer holding potentially damaging Trump tapes 'in a vault in Idaho'
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
Wealthy TV producer holding potentially damaging Trump tapes 'in a vault in Idaho'
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Portland LAUGHS OFF Trump's "Full Force" Order To Invade
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Portland LAUGHS OFF Trump's "Full Force" Order To Invade
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
General Discussion
When your words come back to haunt you.
By sheshe2 - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
When your words come back to haunt you.
By sheshe2 - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Music Appreciation
Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Karn Evil 9 1st Impression Part 2
By steelyboo - 24 min ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Karn Evil 9 1st Impression Part 2
By steelyboo - 24 min ago - Last reply 24 min ago
The DU Lounge
Name a song with a celestial body in the title or lyrics. Mine is "Venus" by Shocking Blue, What is yours?
By debm55 - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Name a song with a celestial body in the title or lyrics. Mine is "Venus" by Shocking Blue, What is yours?
By debm55 - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Pete Buttigieg Nukes Trump's 'Strongman' Image - Rebel HQ
By TexasTowelie - 27 min ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Pete Buttigieg Nukes Trump's 'Strongman' Image - Rebel HQ
By TexasTowelie - 27 min ago - Last reply 27 min ago
General Discussion
Halligan off to a brilliant start on Comey indictment
By pat_k - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Halligan off to a brilliant start on Comey indictment
By pat_k - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
The DU Lounge
Here's an update from the Kit Cats. A group of Cats out in Vancouver BC!! Huge hugs to them!
By ralps - 44 min ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Here's an update from the Kit Cats. A group of Cats out in Vancouver BC!! Huge hugs to them!
By ralps - 44 min ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Democrats holding fast to avoid a health care crisis
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 28 min ago
Democrats holding fast to avoid a health care crisis
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 28 min ago
General Discussion
and seriously how do we, as a Country handle this gawd damn Supreme Court???
By a kennedy - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
and seriously how do we, as a Country handle this gawd damn Supreme Court???
By a kennedy - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
The DU Lounge
If you didn't have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time? I would work on my jewelry. How about you.?
By debm55 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 31 min ago
If you didn't have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time? I would work on my jewelry. How about you.?
By debm55 - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 31 min ago
Latest Breaking News
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells Scripps News 'I don't think autism is genetic'
By BumRushDaShow - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 31 min ago
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells Scripps News 'I don't think autism is genetic'
By BumRushDaShow - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 31 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump UNDERemphasizes Slavery! Vaccines Based on Vibes! & WHO Is On The Enemy List? - Have I Got News For You US
By TexasTowelie - 32 min ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Trump UNDERemphasizes Slavery! Vaccines Based on Vibes! & WHO Is On The Enemy List? - Have I Got News For You US
By TexasTowelie - 32 min ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Music Appreciation
Deep Purple - Perfect Strangers
By steelyboo - 34 min ago - Last reply 34 min ago
Deep Purple - Perfect Strangers
By steelyboo - 34 min ago - Last reply 34 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Is the DEGENERATE about to start a WAR?- Romano
By MagaSmash - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 35 min ago
Is the DEGENERATE about to start a WAR?- Romano
By MagaSmash - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 35 min ago
General Discussion
So much for all the braggadocio about the military respecting their oath
By drray23 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 35 min ago
So much for all the braggadocio about the military respecting their oath
By drray23 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 35 min ago
General Discussion
he just declared war on an american city
By moonshinegnomie - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 36 min ago
he just declared war on an american city
By moonshinegnomie - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 36 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Let's talk about a third of inflation and Trump's tariffs.... - Belle of the Ranch
By TexasTowelie - 37 min ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Let's talk about a third of inflation and Trump's tariffs.... - Belle of the Ranch
By TexasTowelie - 37 min ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Latest Breaking News
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100
By demmiblue - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 38 min ago
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100
By demmiblue - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 38 min ago
Latest Breaking News
U.S. CBP reviewing apparent road rage incident between officer and Canadian tourist in WNY
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
U.S. CBP reviewing apparent road rage incident between officer and Canadian tourist in WNY
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Giuliani settles $1.3 billion Dominion defamation lawsuit
By BumRushDaShow - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Giuliani settles $1.3 billion Dominion defamation lawsuit
By BumRushDaShow - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Why Portland? This is why.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Why Portland? This is why.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Baseball
Playoffs start at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, September 30!
By MIButterfly - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 46 min ago
Playoffs start at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, September 30!
By MIButterfly - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 46 min ago
Anthropology
Science history: Rosetta stone is deciphered, opening a window into ancient Egyptian civilization
By Judi Lynn - 46 min ago - Last reply 46 min ago
Science history: Rosetta stone is deciphered, opening a window into ancient Egyptian civilization
By Judi Lynn - 46 min ago - Last reply 46 min ago
General Discussion
"Harvard and Johns Hopkins showed Tylenol causes autism!" Fact or Fiction? Doctor Explains! (short and to the point)
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 47 min ago
"Harvard and Johns Hopkins showed Tylenol causes autism!" Fact or Fiction? Doctor Explains! (short and to the point)
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 47 min ago
Music Appreciation
Blind Faith - Presence Of The Lord
By steelyboo - 50 min ago - Last reply 50 min ago
Blind Faith - Presence Of The Lord
By steelyboo - 50 min ago - Last reply 50 min ago
General Discussion
The BASTARD wants a war so bad he can taste it!! Let me shout this as loud as i can
By bluestarone - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 58 min ago
The BASTARD wants a war so bad he can taste it!! Let me shout this as loud as i can
By bluestarone - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 58 min ago
General Discussion
re: the occupation of portland . arnt we in a debit problem? or the rs have told us for 30 years during
By AllaN01Bear - 59 min ago - Last reply 59 min ago
re: the occupation of portland . arnt we in a debit problem? or the rs have told us for 30 years during
By AllaN01Bear - 59 min ago - Last reply 59 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
The Borowitz Report: Federal Troops Arrive in Portland and Immediately Form Bands
By FakeNoose - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The Borowitz Report: Federal Troops Arrive in Portland and Immediately Form Bands
By FakeNoose - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Editorials & Other Articles
"Let's Talk About Biological Realities"
By BootinUp - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
"Let's Talk About Biological Realities"
By BootinUp - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
So apparently Chuck Schumer still has not posted anything about the Comey indictment
By senseandsensibility - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
So apparently Chuck Schumer still has not posted anything about the Comey indictment
By senseandsensibility - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
More on the book I'm reading about Bobby Kennedy Sr
By Omaha Steve - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
More on the book I'm reading about Bobby Kennedy Sr
By Omaha Steve - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Tuberculosis case confirmed at Jasper High School
By groundloop - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Tuberculosis case confirmed at Jasper High School
By groundloop - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
Why would Hegseth order top brass to attend last-minute meeting?
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Why would Hegseth order top brass to attend last-minute meeting?
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Music Appreciation
TV on the Radio - Staring at the Sun (2003)
By Celerity - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
TV on the Radio - Staring at the Sun (2003)
By Celerity - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Forum Spotlight: Florida
Florida wants to buy 4 acres in the Panhandle. The price tag? $83MMore details revealed about U.S. Rep. Cory Mills and ex-girlfriend at Lake City hearing
Lee County Supervisor of Elections finalizes recall ballot
Latest Breaking News
Regulators weigh billion-dollar utility takeovers as bills rise for consumers
3 hrs ago - Scripps News/AP
3 hrs ago - Scripps News/AP
U.S. CBP reviewing apparent road rage incident between officer and Canadian tourist in WNY
3 hrs ago - WKBW-TV Buffalo, NY
3 hrs ago - WKBW-TV Buffalo, NY
Wealthy TV producer holding potentially damaging Trump tapes 'in a vault in Idaho'
4 hrs ago - Raw Story
4 hrs ago - Raw Story
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100
4 hrs ago - NBC News
4 hrs ago - NBC News
Not 'the gospel.' Ahead of Supreme Court term, Clarence Thomas weighs in on precedent
4 hrs ago - USA Today
4 hrs ago - USA Today
Pam Bondi Claims 'Weaponization Has Ended' As She Lists Trump Opponents She Will Crush In Same Breath
6 hrs ago - MEDIAite
6 hrs ago - MEDIAite
Trump fires US attorney who told border agents to follow law on immigration raids
7 hrs ago - The Guardian
7 hrs ago - The Guardian
Mike Johnson Delays Swearing In Adelita Grijalva to Block Final Signature On Epstein Petition
7 hrs ago - Meidas Touch
7 hrs ago - Meidas Touch
US revokes visa for Colombia's president after he urges American soldiers to disobey Trump
8 hrs ago - Associated Press
8 hrs ago - Associated Press
'I'm absolutely terrified': Federal workers brace for potential government shutdown, mass layoffs
10 hrs ago - CNN Politics
10 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Northwestern students blocked from enrollment after refusing controversial antisemitism training
10 hrs ago - The Guardian
10 hrs ago - The Guardian
'Hell on earth': immigrants held in new California detention facility beg for help
10 hrs ago - The Guardian
10 hrs ago - The Guardian
ICE fires anti-crowd projectiles at Chicagoans aiming to shut down Trump's Midway Blitz
13 hrs ago - USA Today
13 hrs ago - USA Today
Judge who reviewed James Comey's indictment was confused by prosecutor's handling of case, transcript shows
14 hrs ago - CBS News
14 hrs ago - CBS News
Former national park superintendents urge Trump administration to close parks in case of shutdown
15 hrs ago - AP
15 hrs ago - AP
Cory Mills denies 'anything salacious' as he seeks to fend off restraining order
15 hrs ago - Politico
15 hrs ago - Politico
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells Scripps News 'I don't think autism is genetic'
17 hrs ago - Scripps News
17 hrs ago - Scripps News
GOP lawmaker who used Biden screen name admits he distributed child sex abuse material
17 hrs ago - Raw Story
17 hrs ago - Raw Story
Trump's pick for State Dept. deletes violent tweets as GOP blames left for political violence after Charlie Kirk killing
17 hrs ago - The Independent
17 hrs ago - The Independent
Judge rules 'MyPillow Guy' Mike Lindell defamed Smartmatic with false claims on voting machines
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
FBI fires agents seen kneeling in iconic photo during George Floyd protests five years ago
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Hospitals face $32 billion loss if Congress lets ACA tax credits expire, study says
Yesterday - Scripps News
Yesterday - Scripps News
Comey charge involves his role in sharing info about Hillary Clinton-related probe: Sources
Yesterday - ABC News
Yesterday - ABC News
Trump told Zelensky he was open to providing new long-range weapons in potentially huge policy change, report says
Yesterday - The Independent
Yesterday - The Independent
U.S. preparing options for military strikes on drug targets inside Venezuela, sources say
Yesterday - NBC News
Yesterday - NBC News
Trump asks Supreme Court to decide whether he can end birthright citizenship
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
LA car wash owner sues for $50m after being slammed and detained in Ice raid
Yesterday - The Guardian
Yesterday - The Guardian
Netanyahu vows to 'finish job' in Gaza during UN speech as delegates walk out
Yesterday - The Guardian
Yesterday - The Guardian
Trump's newly appointed U.S. attorney presented Comey case to grand jury on her own, source says
Yesterday - NBC News
Yesterday - NBC News