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| Date | Source Article | Summary | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2026 | America has reached a tipping point on fascism – and on opposition to it | Robert Reich Opinion Politics & GovernanceJustice & RightsCulture & Identity | **Talking Points: America at a Tipping Point** 1. **Protagonist:** Robert Reich reflects on a pivotal moment in American politics, illustrated by a conversation with a disillusioned lifelong Republic… | |
| January 26, 2026 | Masked government thugs snuffed out Alex Pretti’s life in broad daylight | Moira Donegan Opinion Justice & RightsPolitics & GovernanceWar & Conflict | **Talking Points:** 1. **Protagonist and Context**: Alex Pretti, a dedicated ICU nurse, lost his life while courageously attempting to document and assist victims of ICE's aggressive actions in Minne… | |
| January 25, 2026 | From Target to Disney, 2025 proved boycotts work. Here’s how to build on them | Michael Shank Opinion Justice & RightsCulture & IdentityPolitics & Governance | In his report, Michael Shank highlights the resurgence of boycotts in 2025, drawing parallels to historical protests against British taxation that helped shape American independence. Major retailers l… | |
| January 23, 2026 | Donald Trump doesn’t want us to believe our own eyes | Steven Greenhouse Opinion Politics & GovernanceJustice & RightsCulture & Identity | **Core Claim:** Donald Trump consistently promotes false narratives that contradict observable facts, undermining public trust in reality. **Supporting Evidence:** Recent examples include Trump's mi… | |
| January 22, 2026 | The Trump administration has a Nazi problem | Mehdi Hasan Opinion Politics & GovernanceJustice & RightsCulture & Identity | In "The Trump Administration Has a Nazi Problem," Mehdi Hasan argues that the Trump administration has normalized Nazi rhetoric and ideology within its ranks. He highlights instances of officials usin… | |
| January 21, 2026 | Here’s how to fix America’s immigration system. Trump’s path is not the solution | Kenneth Roth Opinion Justice & RightsPolitics & GovernanceCulture & Identity | **Talking Points: Fixing America’s Immigration System** 1. **Protagonist and Argument**: Kenneth Roth argues that the U.S. immigration system is fundamentally broken and needs reform, particularly in… | |
| January 19, 2026 | From Trump’s rejected treaties to our daily lives, we’re building walls around ourselves | Anand Pandian Opinion Politics & GovernanceEnvironment & ClimateCulture & Identity | **Briefing Summary:** Anand Pandian argues that the Trump administration's withdrawal from 66 international treaties reflects a broader trend of isolationism in American society, where walls of indif… | |
| January 18, 2026 | Abolishing ICE isn’t enough – it’s time to center people’s humanity | Heba Gowayed and Victor Ray Opinion Justice & RightsPolitics & GovernanceCulture & Identity | In their report, Heba Gowayed and Victor Ray highlight the killing of Renee Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross, which sparked national protests and underscored the agency's violent history, including num… | |
| January 17, 2026 | Americans disapprove of Trump’s foreign policy. His escapades are likely to cost him | Sid Blumenthal Opinion Politics & GovernanceWar & ConflictJustice & Rights | **Briefing Summary: Americans Disapprove of Trump’s Foreign Policy** Donald Trump's recent foreign policy maneuvers, particularly regarding Venezuela and Greenland, have drawn significant public disa… | |
| January 16, 2026 | Trump has pulled back from the brink on Iran – for now | Mohamad Bazzi Opinion Politics & GovernanceWar & ConflictJustice & Rights | **Talking Points: "Trump has pulled back from the brink on Iran – for now" by Mohamad Bazzi** 1. **Protagonist and Context**: In this narrative, Donald Trump emerges as a volatile protagonist grappli… |