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PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism by Rachel Maddow

Inspired by her research for the hit podcast Ultra, in PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism, #1 New York Times bestselling author Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis. Available now!

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Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News

Rachel Maddow, host of the #1 hits “Bag Man” and “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra,” is back at the mic with a new original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News.” In each episode, Rachel and co-host Isaac-Davy Aronson seek a deeper understanding of a story in today's headlines by asking: Has anything like this ever happened before? Would knowing that help us grapple with what’s happening now… and what might happen next?

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8m ago

Why isn’t Trump on the campaign trail on his trial’s off-days?

The more Trump chooses not to bother with campaign events on his trial’s off-days, the easier it is to dismiss his “I’d like to be campaigning” complaints.
Donald Trump waves to supporters
Donald Trump waves to supporters
55m ago

Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 5.9.24

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
Paul Ryan.
Paul Ryan.
2h ago

The problem(s) with a conservative group’s attack ad in Wisconsin

Remember a couple of years ago, when Republicans falsely claimed the Inflation Reduction Act "cut" Medicare? The GOP lie has apparently made a comeback.
Tammy Baldwin speaks during a press conference
Tammy Baldwin speaks during a press conference
2h ago

On election results, Republicans eagerly embrace ‘truthiness’

As Mike Johnson trusts "intuition" on illegal voting, and Donald Trump asks people to "trust your heart" on election results, "truthiness" comes to mind.
Donald Trump and Mike Johnson.
Donald Trump and Mike Johnson.
3h ago

In key location, Biden once again succeeds where Trump failed

President Joe Biden took a victory lap of sorts in Wisconsin, touting a major tech investment in the same location where Donald Trump failed years earlier.
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on his "Investing in America agenda" at Gateway Technical College on May 8, 2024, in Sturtevant, Wis.
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on his "Investing in America agenda" at Gateway Technical College on May 8, 2024, in Sturtevant, Wis.
4h ago

Why did Democrats vote to rescue House Speaker Mike Johnson?

Democrats could've helped oust Mike Johnson, the most far-right House speaker in modern American history. It's worth understanding why they didn't.
Hakeem Jeffries hands the gavel to Mike Johnson
Hakeem Jeffries hands the gavel to Mike Johnson
5h ago

In fight with Johnson, GOP’s Greene suffers more than one loss

What does Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene have to show for her failed effort to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson? Less than nothing.
Rep. Majorie Taylor Greene Moves To Vacate Johnson From Speaker's Post
Rep. Majorie Taylor Greene Moves To Vacate Johnson From Speaker's Post
19h ago

Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 5.8.24

Today’s edition of quick hits.
Fani Willis looks on during a hearing
Fani Willis looks on during a hearing
1d ago

The number of prominent Republicans backing Biden grows (slowly)

As former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan throws his support behind President Joe Biden, the larger question is how many of his fellow Republicans will do the same.
Geoff Duncan
Geoff Duncan
1d ago

Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 5.8.24

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
Image: Early Voting Starts In Georgia Ahead Of Senate Runoff Elections
Image: Early Voting Starts In Georgia Ahead Of Senate Runoff Elections
1d ago

Republicans follow through on their odd home appliance fixation

Why did Republicans prioritize the “Hands Off Our Home Appliances Act”? It all stems from the GOP's problem with energy efficiency standards.
A Hand opens a fridge.
A Hand opens a fridge.

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