VIDEO: In 12 Minutes, Hillary Clinton Tells You Why She Doesn’t Deserve Your Vote

Alexander Reed Kelly / Truthdig Feb 21, 2016 Americans need a champion, and Clinton's own words make plain that the "progressive values” she claims regularly melt away in the face of formidable wealth, power and bigotry. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

The Supreme Court Approaches Judgment Day

Bill Blum / Truthdig Jan 26, 2016 With a bench containing three octogenarians, the next president will have a historic opportunity to reshape the court. At stake: five pivotal legal and social issues. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

The 2015 SCOTUS Awards: A Look Back at the Highs, Lows and Yearly Shenanigans of the Supreme Court

Bill Blum / Truthdig Dec 29, 2015 Justice Antonin Scalia earned his stripes as the court’s loosest cannon for his remarks on Obamacare and same-sex marriage, while Justice Clarence Thomas was honored for making it through his ninth year without asking a single question during oral arguments. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )

Northern Ireland Assembly’s Vote to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage Is Vetoed

Roisin Davis / Truthdig Nov 2, 2015 Because the Democratic Unionists, the largest party in Northern Ireland's devolved Parliament, exercised a voting mechanism to veto the vote, same-sex marriage backers are now expected to turn to the courts. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Father Pat and Father Mike Explain Catholic Dissent on Same-Sex Marriage

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Pope Francis Hails ‘Time of Mercy’ as Synod Ends at the Vatican

Staff / Truthdig Oct 26, 2015 Pope Francis marked the end of a lengthy bishops' summit Sunday in his homily at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

The Moon: Who Will Lead It?

Jenna Berbeo / Truthdig Oct 16, 2015 He already thinks he hung it, so Donald Trump would be a natural leader for Jeb Bush's future moon colony. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

VIDEO: Why Idealism Isn’t Just for Dreamers

Staff / Truthdig Sep 27, 2015 In today's political world, idealism is seen as the enemy of realism and getting things done. But, British journalist Gary Younge argues, idealism is absolutely necessary for society to continue progressing into the world we want to see. It's what makes things that seem impossible today the reality of the future. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

17 Biblical Rules for Marriage Kim Davis Should Really Take a Look At

By Valerie Tarico, AlterNet Sep 16, 2015 Can zombies get married, according to the Bible? Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

VIDEO: Tide To Go Ad Has a Little Clean Fun at Kim Davis’ Expense

Staff / Truthdig Sep 15, 2015 Well, that was fast. Director Mark Nickelsburg has made mirth out of cultural conflict by spoofing the controversy over Kentucky County Clerk Kim Davis' recent refusal to issue gay marriage licenses. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Malcolm Turnbull Ousts Tony Abbott to Become Australia’s New Prime Minister

Roisin Davis / Truthdig Sep 14, 2015 The former lawyer, banker and journalist is set to be sworn in as the country's fifth leader in five years after winning a 54-44 vote of Liberal Party lawmakers. He supports climate-change action and same-sex marriage rights, and he is also one of Australia's richest politicians. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Kim Davis

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