How a South Dakota priest inspired 125 years of direct democracy — and the fight to preserve it
Thanks to a rabble-rousing, socialist priest, it’s a milestone year for direct democracy in the U.S. The practice of citizen-originated ballot measures began 125 years ago when South Dakota became the first state to have them
2023-10-27 20:15
Power to the people? Only half have the right to propose and pass laws
The power of the people to propose laws will be on display this November as voters in Maine and Ohio decide issues on vehicle repairs, abortion and marijuana
2023-10-27 20:15
'Absolute flame bath': Internet in splits as Seth Meyers delivers monologue on Donald Trump's day in court
Seth Meyers said that Donald Trump's 'one-sentence answer wasn't even one of his good lies'
2023-10-27 19:58
Fisher Stevens tells Seth Meyers how Leonardo DiCaprio influenced 'Beckham' docuseries
The compliments have been pouring in for Fisher Stevens ever since some 'Late Night' fans discovered he was the director of 'Beckham' on Netflix
2023-10-27 19:58
Seeing no military answer to Israel-Palestinian tensions, the EU plans for a more peaceful future
European Union leaders believe it's time to lay the foundations for a future relationship between Israel and the Palestinians where the militant group Hamas does not control Gaza
2023-10-27 19:57
Who is Cooper Union College's president? Jewish students targeted by pro-Palestinian mob demand official's resignation
Laura Sparks, the president of Cooper Union College, has been facing calls for her termination by Jewish students who were targeted inside the campus
2023-10-27 19:55
China's chief epidemiologist Wu Zunyou who helped drive the anti-COVID fight dies at age 60
China's chief epidemiologist who helped drive anti-COVID-19 measures in the country that suspended access to cities and confined millions to their homes has died
2023-10-27 19:52
Pope orders Vatican to reopen case of priest ousted from Jesuits after claims of adult abuse
Pope Francis has ordered the Vatican to reopen the case of a well-known priest-artist accused of sexually, psychologically and spiritually abusing adult women
2023-10-27 19:48
Who was Ron Morin? Maine mass shooting victim remembered fondly as 'gregarious' and 'upbeat guy' by Lewiston community
'Just one of those people that if you are having a bad day, he was going to make your day better just by his presence,' said family member Cecile
2023-10-27 19:47
Who is Ryan Card? Family of Maine mass shooting suspect Robert Card is helping police 'in any way possible'
Meanwhile, Robert Card's sister-in-law has urged the mass shooter to 'reach out and do the right thing'
2023-10-27 19:45
Roundup: Taylor Swift Slams Bisexual Speculation; Michigan Scandal Gets Worse; Texas to Start Maalik Murphy
Taylor Swift slams bisexual speculation, Michigan's sign-stealing scandal is getting worse, Texas to start Maalik Murphy and more in the Roundup.
2023-10-27 19:27
US expands its effort to cut off funding for Hamas
The United States on Friday expanded its effort to cut off funding for Hamas, announcing a second round of sanctions against people and organizations linked to the group since it launched an attack on Israel that killed more than 1,400 people
2023-10-27 19:24