AnimocracyWednesday, 11.27.2019

McConnell & Senate

Wednesday, 11.27.2019

McConnell & Senate

When threats of violence are preventing Joe Biden from taking Amtrak to his inauguration, you know things are bad. What else? Mass vaccination is Biden’s first priority. Busy week ahead for the Senate majority. And Earth’s way too hot, say scientific authorities.

Friday, 01.15.2021

100 Days, 100 Million Vaccine Shots

Trump supporters, who for years chanted “Blue Lives Matter,” left blue lives battered after the Capitol insurrection. Will the GOP ever be able to reclaim the law and order platform after January 6th? (Warning: Includes footage some may find disturbing.)

Friday, 01.15.2021

Blue Lives Battered

To capture those who attacked the U.S. Capitol, the FBI has relied on positive IDs from internet detectives, like Canadian researcher John Scott-Railton.

Friday, 01.15.2021

Using the Internet to Nab the Insurrectionists

Ten House Republicans made Donald Trump’s second impeachment the most bipartisan one ever — but many are eyeing one member in particular: Liz Cheney.

Friday, 01.15.2021

GOP Impeachment Votes Foreshadow Party Clash

With days to go before his inauguration, the president-elect is signaling a sharp turn in national leadership, rolling out a $1.9 trillion economic package and a vaccine distribution revamp.

Friday, 01.15.2021

Biden Announces "American Rescue Plan"

Physicians and estheticians say they're seeing increased interest in cosmetic procedures as mask-wearing and video-conferencing has put more focus on the face.

Friday, 01.15.2021

'Zoom Effect': Pandemic Spikes Interest in Plastic Surgery

Republicans in Congress are buying body armor after voting for impeachment. Cool cool cool. Today’s questions: Why are millions moving to the hidden web? What’s the new vaccine in town? Who’s to blame for the Flint water crisis? Plus, good news courtesy of Pepsi and Lady Gaga.

Friday, 01.15.2021

Outgoing and Incoming: A Tale of Two Presidents

On January 13th, Lisa Montgomery became the first woman put to death by the federal government since 1953 — fueling new calls for the practice’s abolition and highlighting the Democratic Party’s evolution on the issue.

Thursday, 01.14.2021

First Woman Executed by U.S. in 70 Years

It's considered one of the worst human-made environmental disasters in U.S. history. Now, nine government officials are being charged for their role in exposing hundreds of Flint residents to deadly lead levels.

Thursday, 01.14.2021

Ex-MI Gov Pleads Not Guilty to Flint Water Crisis

Nothing’s left off the table when groundbreaking docu-series The Circus returns for another season of politics, up close and personal. With a seismic shift in the White House, John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner and new co-host Jenn Palmieri bring their unique blend of nuanced perspective and behind-the-scenes access to making sense out of the battles that lie ahead. Can a new administration heal a deeply divided and distrustful nation? The stakes have never been higher. Watch THE CIRCUS every Sunday – only on SHOWTIME®.

Thursday, 01.14.2021

This Is Trump’s Last Stand \ Showtime's The Circus

Only four impeachments in U.S. history. Donald Trump now accounts for two of them. Now let’s run the rest of today’s numbers. Troops on Capitol Hill: 20,000. COVID deaths yesterday: 4,250. Death row executions under Trump: 11.

Wednesday, 01.13.2021

Trump Impeached (Again)

Up to 20,000 National Guard troops have been deployed to the Capitol ahead of President-elect Biden’s inauguration. And the security scene is unlike any other in our nation’s history … including after 9/11.

Wednesday, 01.13.2021

National Guard Descends on Capitol

The morning after she was in the House chamber during the siege of the U.S. Capitol, the Michigan congresswoman discusses being targeted by militias, other far-right extremists, and the president of the United States.

Wednesday, 01.13.2021

Debbie Dingell on the Trump “Hate Machine”

Adam Jentleson, deputy chief of staff to former Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid and author of "Kill Switch: The Rise of the Modern Senate," knows all too well how Mitch McConnell can obstruct a new president’s agenda.

Wednesday, 01.13.2021

What a 50-50 Senate Means for Biden

Big breakup: The GOP and corporate America. Big shakeup: More armed riots planned in all 50 states. Big fuckup: We’re breaking COVID records … again.

Tuesday, 01.12.2021

D.C. Braces For Inauguration Week

With the FBI indicating new and deepening terrorist plots around Inauguration Day, D.C.'s security forces are scrambling to keep up.

Tuesday, 01.12.2021

Alarming New Inauguration Plots Reported

Corporate America continues its financial retreat from the GOP. Hallmark is even demanding a refund. But should we be giving credit to companies for backing away now after funding sedition?

Tuesday, 01.12.2021

Money Talks, Bullshit Walks

Law enforcement has begun arresting some of the most prominent faces of the attack on Capitol Hill — in some cases, aided by their social media broadcasting.

Tuesday, 01.12.2021

Arrests Begin For Capitol Hill Attack

As more undiscovered musicians find success on TikTok, music industry executives turn to the platform to bolster its popular artists.

Tuesday, 01.12.2021

How TikTok Is Reshaping the Music Industry

Question of the day: Why no Capitol police briefing? Acronym of the day: PGA — one of the many companies hitting Trump where it hurts. Plus, COVID rates are up and Bitcoin is down.

Tuesday, 01.12.2021

Word of the Day: Impeachment

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