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The Confirmation of Kash Patel as FBI Director Marks a Turning Point
Kash Patel, a Trump loyalist with a history of undermining democracy, now leads the FBI. Here’s what that means.
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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The Trump Administration's Pentagon Press Purge: A Prelude to Authoritarianism
The Convergence of Media Suppression, Far-Right Influence, and Strategic Disinformation
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Going on Offense: Resisting Trump’s LGBTQ+ Crackdown and Defending Our Communities
From military families to VA employees, here’s how we take action against authoritarian rollbacks of LGBTQ+ rights.
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Trump and Musk Are Dismantling USAID—and Democracy Along With It
A Combat Veteran’s Warning About the National Security Threat "Real Americans" Aren't Talking About
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Why I’m Suing to Stop Trump and Musk’s 'DOGE' Data Grab
The U.S. DOGE Service is breaking privacy laws and putting millions at risk—let’s talk about why this matters.
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Undermining Democracy: The Attack on Judicial Independence
How attacks on judges and calls for unchecked executive power threaten the rule of law.
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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From Combat to Capitol Hill: A Veteran's Warning on Tulsi Gabbard
How my journey through trauma, advocacy, and leadership shaped my view of Gabbard's threat to national security
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Don't Say DOGE: How Fascists Manipulate Our Language to Gain Power
When we use the words that fascists weaponize, we help them legitimize scams and propaganda.
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Loyalty Over Expertise: The Extremist Threat in Trump's New Appointments
Trump's nominations of Sean Parnell and Joe Kent reveal a dangerous pattern of placing loyalty over competence. Here's how you can resist the…
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Lessons from Military Service: Three Tips to Improve Your Everyday Anti-Fascism
In the face of authoritarian tactics, these strategies will help you stay focused, effective, and organized.
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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Fighting Fascism from Within: A Guide for Federal Employees Under Siege
How to Protect Yourself and Democracy in the Face of Musk’s Takeover at OPM
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Kristofer Goldsmith
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