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GOP Reps Who Voted Against $2,000 Checks Received Millions in COVID Bailout Funds

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Mitch McConnell's in-laws received a $417,000 PPP loan.

From Sludge
On December 29, 2020
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Ford: A Tradition of Greenwashing

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The automaker is touting its climate consciousness, but the vast majority of its production will still be fossil-fuel-powered SUVs and trucks.

From Sludge
On December 24, 2020
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The TV Lobby Does Not Want You to See the Sun

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Their reasoning is simple: If it’s dark out after work, you’re more likely to plop your ass on the couch.

From Sludge
On December 21, 2020
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Pop-up Group in Texas Democratic Primary Funded by Big Oil

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The American Petroleum Institute spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to fend off a progressive challenger.

From Sludge
On December 18, 2020
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Richard Neal Got a Surprise Billing Deal for His Private Equity Donors

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You’ll pay through higher insurance premiums.

From Sludge
On December 15, 2020
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These Four States Can Kill the Electoral College

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The undemocratic institution may be closer to dead than you think.

From Sludge
On December 12, 2020
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Thom Tillis Wants to Make Unauthorized Streaming A Felony

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Felony streaming legislation from Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) will be attached to an upcoming "must-pass" omnibus government funding bill.

From Sludge
On December 7, 2020