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Latest Breaking News
FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasn't running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show
By Omaha Steve - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 10 sec ago
FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasn't running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show
By Omaha Steve - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 10 sec ago
General Discussion
The price of coffee has doubled
By Bristlecone - 22 hrs ago - Last reply 39 sec ago
The price of coffee has doubled
By Bristlecone - 22 hrs ago - Last reply 39 sec ago
Latest Breaking News
Democrats will stop Trump from trying to nationalize midterms, Jeffries says
By BumRushDaShow - 32 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Democrats will stop Trump from trying to nationalize midterms, Jeffries says
By BumRushDaShow - 32 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
ICE-hole concentration is in retaliation for the 2024 election.
By applegrove - 29 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
ICE-hole concentration is in retaliation for the 2024 election.
By applegrove - 29 min ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
"Age 10, Age 11" - Just what Pedo Protectors are you protecting THIS TIME Pam Bondi ??
By Pluvious - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
"Age 10, Age 11" - Just what Pedo Protectors are you protecting THIS TIME Pam Bondi ??
By Pluvious - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
let's all watch annoying idiot Couchfuck McGee get booed at the Olympics
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
let's all watch annoying idiot Couchfuck McGee get booed at the Olympics
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 min ago - Last reply 3 min ago
General Discussion
Sen. Fetterman expresses 'deep concern, opposition' to ICE's recently purchased Pa. warehouses
By orangecrush - 1 hr ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Sen. Fetterman expresses 'deep concern, opposition' to ICE's recently purchased Pa. warehouses
By orangecrush - 1 hr ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Cable News Clips
Epstein files: perversion and SILENCE... among the powerful (French Documentary)
By vanessa_ca - 9 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Epstein files: perversion and SILENCE... among the powerful (French Documentary)
By vanessa_ca - 9 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
When does Trump invite these guys to Mar a largo?
By Kingofalldems - 39 min ago - Last reply 5 min ago
When does Trump invite these guys to Mar a largo?
By Kingofalldems - 39 min ago - Last reply 5 min ago
The DU Lounge
For my hearts let me quote Felix Unger
By Alpeduez21 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
For my hearts let me quote Felix Unger
By Alpeduez21 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
General Discussion
ICE around Eugene Oregon using bright lights to prevent videos of night arrests
By jmbar2 - 15 min ago - Last reply 5 min ago
ICE around Eugene Oregon using bright lights to prevent videos of night arrests
By jmbar2 - 15 min ago - Last reply 5 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Democratic Sen. Schiff says Trump intends to 'subvert' 2026 midterm elections
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Democratic Sen. Schiff says Trump intends to 'subvert' 2026 midterm elections
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
The DU Lounge
Name your favorite romantic song/songs. Mine is "Nights in White Satin" And yours is? Any genre or time.
By debm55 - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Name your favorite romantic song/songs. Mine is "Nights in White Satin" And yours is? Any genre or time.
By debm55 - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
General Discussion
Brian Tyler Cohen: Lotta fat old guys telling Olympic athletes that they should be sent home. No one is stopping you
By highplainsdem - 7 min ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Brian Tyler Cohen: Lotta fat old guys telling Olympic athletes that they should be sent home. No one is stopping you
By highplainsdem - 7 min ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
IHIP News: MAGA Teacher CAUGHT Calling ICE on HER OWN Kindergarten Student!
By iemanja - 7 min ago - Last reply 7 min ago
IHIP News: MAGA Teacher CAUGHT Calling ICE on HER OWN Kindergarten Student!
By iemanja - 7 min ago - Last reply 7 min ago
The DU Lounge
Halftime show at the 1958 NFL Championship game
By underpants - 38 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Halftime show at the 1958 NFL Championship game
By underpants - 38 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
General Discussion
'It's Not a Crime to Party With Mr. Epstein': The Empty New Defense from Trump's DOJ
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 8 min ago
'It's Not a Crime to Party With Mr. Epstein': The Empty New Defense from Trump's DOJ
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 8 min ago
General Discussion
To share with the MAGAs in your life:
By applegrove - 24 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
To share with the MAGAs in your life:
By applegrove - 24 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
Trump to SCOTUS toss E. Jean Carroll case because I'm too busy
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Trump to SCOTUS toss E. Jean Carroll case because I'm too busy
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Borowitz - Who Trump Wants to Perform at the Super Bowl
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 12 min ago
Borowitz - Who Trump Wants to Perform at the Super Bowl
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 12 min ago
General Discussion
Thank you for the hearts. As I have done before, I seek individuals away from the main forums.
By question everything - 14 min ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Thank you for the hearts. As I have done before, I seek individuals away from the main forums.
By question everything - 14 min ago - Last reply 14 min ago
General Discussion
Trump attacking a U.S. Olympic athlete: "U.S. Olympic Skier, Hunter Hess, a real Loser..."
By demmiblue - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Trump attacking a U.S. Olympic athlete: "U.S. Olympic Skier, Hunter Hess, a real Loser..."
By demmiblue - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Oz alleges Maine 'looks a lot like Minnesota' regarding entitlement fraud
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 14 min ago
Oz alleges Maine 'looks a lot like Minnesota' regarding entitlement fraud
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 14 min ago
The DU Lounge
Thank you so very much for the hearts !
By SamKnause - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 16 min ago
Thank you so very much for the hearts !
By SamKnause - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 16 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
From New York to New Mexico: new Epstein files shed light on his sprawling ranch outside Santa Fe
By Uncle Joe - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 16 min ago
From New York to New Mexico: new Epstein files shed light on his sprawling ranch outside Santa Fe
By Uncle Joe - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 16 min ago
General Discussion
The Aftermath of Feeding America's Credibility Into the Woodchipper
By Nevilledog - 1 hr ago - Last reply 17 min ago
The Aftermath of Feeding America's Credibility Into the Woodchipper
By Nevilledog - 1 hr ago - Last reply 17 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Newsom Mocks Trump With 'Bad Bunny Day' Declaration for Super Bowl Sunday
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - Last reply 20 min ago
Newsom Mocks Trump With 'Bad Bunny Day' Declaration for Super Bowl Sunday
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
Ramstad: The Great Wrecking of Minnesota is underway - strib
By question everything - 20 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
Ramstad: The Great Wrecking of Minnesota is underway - strib
By question everything - 20 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
A Small Town Under ICE Occupation
By Nevilledog - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
A Small Town Under ICE Occupation
By Nevilledog - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 21 min ago
The DU Lounge
Stray Cat Follows Dog On Her Walks Every Day Until Everything Changes
By catbyte - 53 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Stray Cat Follows Dog On Her Walks Every Day Until Everything Changes
By catbyte - 53 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
General Discussion
Jack Ohman cartoon - Washington Post
By surfered - 23 min ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Jack Ohman cartoon - Washington Post
By surfered - 23 min ago - Last reply 23 min ago
The DU Lounge
Just like last year, the contribute page will not let me buy a star membership!
By tblue37 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Just like last year, the contribute page will not let me buy a star membership!
By tblue37 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Latest Breaking News
'We will pay,' Savannah Guthrie says in desperate video plea to potential kidnappers of her mother
By Omaha Steve - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
'We will pay,' Savannah Guthrie says in desperate video plea to potential kidnappers of her mother
By Omaha Steve - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
The DU Lounge
Sunday LOL Animals! Sorry I'm posting late!
By ralps - 1 hr ago - Last reply 25 min ago
Sunday LOL Animals! Sorry I'm posting late!
By ralps - 1 hr ago - Last reply 25 min ago
General Discussion
"I am the payroll accountant for professional protestors in Minnesota, and I am swamped" By John Moe
By mysteryowl - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
"I am the payroll accountant for professional protestors in Minnesota, and I am swamped" By John Moe
By mysteryowl - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Career Help and Advice
Advice on internships/work in Japan
By masmdu - 36 min ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Advice on internships/work in Japan
By masmdu - 36 min ago - Last reply 27 min ago
The DU Lounge
Need something to warm your heart this frigid day?
By MorbidButterflyTat - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Need something to warm your heart this frigid day?
By MorbidButterflyTat - 1 hr ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Environment & Energy
As Of 2/7/2026, Lake Powell Now Below 25% Of Capacity; Trash Screens Visible Above Penstocks On Dam Face
By hatrack - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
As Of 2/7/2026, Lake Powell Now Below 25% Of Capacity; Trash Screens Visible Above Penstocks On Dam Face
By hatrack - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
General Discussion
Social Security, food costs, healthcare...
By gulliver - 32 min ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Social Security, food costs, healthcare...
By gulliver - 32 min ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Republicans Thought Cheating Was a Birthright. Oops.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 33 min ago - Last reply 33 min ago
Republicans Thought Cheating Was a Birthright. Oops.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 33 min ago - Last reply 33 min ago
Cable News Clips
Congress to review 'unredacted versions' of 3 million pages of Epstein files: DOJ
By Uncle Joe - 48 min ago - Last reply 36 min ago
Congress to review 'unredacted versions' of 3 million pages of Epstein files: DOJ
By Uncle Joe - 48 min ago - Last reply 36 min ago
General Discussion
Trump blasts Washington Post reporter after she presses him on 'MAGA base': 'You have a very bad attitude'
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 36 min ago
Trump blasts Washington Post reporter after she presses him on 'MAGA base': 'You have a very bad attitude'
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 36 min ago
General Discussion
'Indefensible': Black Trump allies grapple with fallout from racist video of Obamas
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 36 min ago
'Indefensible': Black Trump allies grapple with fallout from racist video of Obamas
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 36 min ago
General Discussion
What is/was your opinion on the Washington Post?
By milestogo - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 37 min ago
What is/was your opinion on the Washington Post?
By milestogo - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 37 min ago
General Discussion
It took 14 airplanes for VP Vance to ship 20 giant SUV's to Italy for the Olympics.......
By riversedge - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 37 min ago
It took 14 airplanes for VP Vance to ship 20 giant SUV's to Italy for the Olympics.......
By riversedge - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 37 min ago
General Discussion
Ossoff: "You're seeing what I'm seeing, right? The president posting about the Obamas like a Klansman."
By highplainsdem - 20 hrs ago - Last reply 38 min ago
Ossoff: "You're seeing what I'm seeing, right? The president posting about the Obamas like a Klansman."
By highplainsdem - 20 hrs ago - Last reply 38 min ago
Music Appreciation
Willie Nelson - Shotgun Willie
By BeyondGeography - 39 min ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Willie Nelson - Shotgun Willie
By BeyondGeography - 39 min ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Nils Lofgren - No Kings No Hate No Fear
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 39 min ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Nils Lofgren - No Kings No Hate No Fear
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 39 min ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Loners
📣Shout out, check in. How's everyone doing? nt
By littlemissmartypants - 25 replies @ 40 min ago (Milestone)
📣Shout out, check in. How's everyone doing? nt
By littlemissmartypants - 25 replies @ 40 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Ah yes, yogurt and "ferments": RFK's relatable Super Bowl snack
By senseandsensibility - 1 hr ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Ah yes, yogurt and "ferments": RFK's relatable Super Bowl snack
By senseandsensibility - 1 hr ago - Last reply 40 min ago
General Discussion
Ossoff: "This is the Epstein class. They are the elites they pretend to hate."
By CousinIT - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Ossoff: "This is the Epstein class. They are the elites they pretend to hate."
By CousinIT - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Humor
I don't think I have to tell you who "He" is.
By generalbetrayus - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 41 min ago
I don't think I have to tell you who "He" is.
By generalbetrayus - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 41 min ago
Latest Breaking News
US agency investigating if ABC's 'The View' violated equal time rules for political candidates
By BumRushDaShow - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 41 min ago
US agency investigating if ABC's 'The View' violated equal time rules for political candidates
By BumRushDaShow - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 41 min ago
General Discussion
A 79 year old rapist felon con man and his social media account: "It reads like third world level political theatre"
By Miles Archer - 42 min ago - Last reply 42 min ago
A 79 year old rapist felon con man and his social media account: "It reads like third world level political theatre"
By Miles Archer - 42 min ago - Last reply 42 min ago
General Discussion
Absolutely nothing against Bad Bunny, but ....
By senseandsensibility - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 42 min ago
Absolutely nothing against Bad Bunny, but ....
By senseandsensibility - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 42 min ago
Cable News Clips
Comedians guess who on the panel is and is not in the Epstein files - CNN
By TexasTowelie - 43 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Comedians guess who on the panel is and is not in the Epstein files - CNN
By TexasTowelie - 43 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Laura Loomer Accuses Tim Scott of 'Trying to Sabotage' Trump
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Laura Loomer Accuses Tim Scott of 'Trying to Sabotage' Trump
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 43 min ago
The DU Lounge
I don't know how to say thank you appropriately
By UpInArms - 43 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
I don't know how to say thank you appropriately
By UpInArms - 43 min ago - Last reply 43 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Lindsey Vonn crash: American skiing icon airlifted away after terrifying fall in Olympics women's downhill
By mahatmakanejeeves - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 44 min ago
Lindsey Vonn crash: American skiing icon airlifted away after terrifying fall in Olympics women's downhill
By mahatmakanejeeves - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 44 min ago
Cooking & Baking
All i would like for valentines day dinner is nice steak with baked potato and chocolate something for dessert
By Trueblue1968 - 22 hrs ago - Last reply 45 min ago
All i would like for valentines day dinner is nice steak with baked potato and chocolate something for dessert
By Trueblue1968 - 22 hrs ago - Last reply 45 min ago
General Discussion
JD Vance had 14 planes fly in this motorcade and his security detail to Italy:............
By riversedge - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 48 min ago
JD Vance had 14 planes fly in this motorcade and his security detail to Italy:............
By riversedge - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 48 min ago
Cable News Clips
Schiff on Georgia FBI raid: Admin willing to go 'extraordinary and lawless lengths' - ABC News
By TexasTowelie - 49 min ago - Last reply 49 min ago
Schiff on Georgia FBI raid: Admin willing to go 'extraordinary and lawless lengths' - ABC News
By TexasTowelie - 49 min ago - Last reply 49 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
New Hit Song -- The Midnight Staffer
By red dog 1 - 50 min ago - Last reply 50 min ago
New Hit Song -- The Midnight Staffer
By red dog 1 - 50 min ago - Last reply 50 min ago
Music Appreciation
Teach Your Children Well - CSNY
By Figarosmom - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 54 min ago
Teach Your Children Well - CSNY
By Figarosmom - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 54 min ago
The DU Lounge
Happy superbowl sunday friends. Gooooooo Seattle Seahawks
By Trueblue1968 - 57 min ago - Last reply 57 min ago
Happy superbowl sunday friends. Gooooooo Seattle Seahawks
By Trueblue1968 - 57 min ago - Last reply 57 min ago
The DU Lounge
OMG, a new heart! Just a minute ago.
By no_hypocrisy - 58 min ago - Last reply 58 min ago
OMG, a new heart! Just a minute ago.
By no_hypocrisy - 58 min ago - Last reply 58 min ago
The DU Lounge
Three new hearts and it fills my heart.
By no_hypocrisy - 59 min ago - Last reply 59 min ago
Three new hearts and it fills my heart.
By no_hypocrisy - 59 min ago - Last reply 59 min ago
General Discussion
Mrs. Betty Bowers' Bluesky post today
By red dog 1 - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 59 min ago
Mrs. Betty Bowers' Bluesky post today
By red dog 1 - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 59 min ago
Forum Spotlight: Classical Music
Nathaniel Dett's 'Cinnamon Grove: Mvts. 1-4'Vaughan Williams - 'Symphony No 5'
Tiki Lounge at 5pm and At the Opera Tonight at 7pm (Pacific). 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋
Latest Breaking News
Democrats will stop Trump from trying to nationalize midterms, Jeffries says
32 min ago - The Guardian
32 min ago - The Guardian
Trump Trashes Olympic Skier Who Says He Has 'Mixed Emotions' Representing US: 'A Real Loser'
2 hrs ago - Yahoo Sports
2 hrs ago - Yahoo Sports
GOP leaders fret as Trump sits out the party's nastiest primary battles -- with Senate control on the line
4 hrs ago - CNN Politics
4 hrs ago - CNN Politics
FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasn't running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show
4 hrs ago - AP
4 hrs ago - AP
Mandelson-Starmer latest: Morgan McSweeney resigns as PM's chief of staff over US ambassador scandal
5 hrs ago - The Independent
5 hrs ago - The Independent
Lindsey Vonn crash: American skiing icon airlifted away after terrifying fall in Olympics women's downhill
7 hrs ago - CBS News
7 hrs ago - CBS News
'We will pay,' Savannah Guthrie says in desperate video plea to potential kidnappers of her mother
8 hrs ago - AP
8 hrs ago - AP
Tulsi Gabbard responds to senator's criticism over handling of whistleblower complaint
8 hrs ago - NBC News
8 hrs ago - NBC News
Eric Swalwell calls for Dems to use 'leverage' to make Trump testify about Epstein ties
10 hrs ago - msn/MEDIAite
10 hrs ago - msn/MEDIAite
Bondi scrambles to explain what Trump meant when he blamed her for Gabbard's role in FBI's Georgia raid
11 hrs ago - The Independent
11 hrs ago - The Independent
GOP Official Snatches Thomas Massie's Mic In the Midst of Comments at Kentucky Event
12 hrs ago - MEDIAite
12 hrs ago - MEDIAite
US agency investigating if ABC's 'The View' violated equal time rules for political candidates
12 hrs ago - msn/Reuters
12 hrs ago - msn/Reuters
Renee Good's partner addresses Minneapolis immigration crackdown one month after killing
12 hrs ago - NBC News
12 hrs ago - NBC News
Police arrest protesters at Minneapolis federal building on 1-month anniversary of woman's death
16 hrs ago - AP
16 hrs ago - AP
LA Times Sports Writers Urge Dodgers to Ditch White House Visit: Trump Has 'Declared War on Its Fan Base'
19 hrs ago - MEDIAite
19 hrs ago - MEDIAite
Republicans instructed not to bring up Epstein files in upcoming Pam Bondi hearing: report
19 hrs ago - Raw Story
19 hrs ago - Raw Story
Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
20 hrs ago - CBS News
20 hrs ago - CBS News
Trump accused of role in Epstein's death in explosive email sent to FBI, documents reveal
20 hrs ago - The Independent
20 hrs ago - The Independent
'The proper remedy': Trump admin must free Minnesota man under ICE detention in Texas, judge says in scathing ruling
21 hrs ago - Law & Crime
21 hrs ago - Law & Crime
Tourists stopped from seeing The Last Supper, while Olympic VIPs including Vance visit
21 hrs ago - AP
21 hrs ago - AP
J.D. Vance is Booed at the Winter Olympics as a New Poll Shows How Europe Has Turned Against U.S
22 hrs ago - time.com
22 hrs ago - time.com
'Mysteriously disappeared': DOJ Epstein prosecution memo vanishes after press inquiry
23 hrs ago - Raw Story
23 hrs ago - Raw Story
Veterans can buy the opioid medication naloxone at CVS but not the VA. A new, bipartisan bill aims to change that.
Yesterday - Business Insider
Yesterday - Business Insider
Judge extends block on Trump admin's bid to slash social services funds to 5 states
Yesterday - The Hill
Yesterday - The Hill
Congressional Black Caucus Chair Says Trump's Post On The Obamas Shows A 'Bigoted And Racist Regime'
Yesterday - Huff Post/AP
Yesterday - Huff Post/AP
NSA detected phone call between foreign intelligence and a person close to Trump
Yesterday - The Guardian
Yesterday - The Guardian