Thank a Politician Today

E.J. Dionne Jr. / Truthdig Nov 27, 2014 It's a rotten moment to be an elected official. This Thanksgiving, I want to thank a few good people we're losing to retirement or electoral defeat. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

California Primary Election: GOP Gets a Leg Up, Dems Face Close Race for Waxman’s Seat

Staff / Truthdig Jun 4, 2014 Just half an hour after the polls closed in California on Tuesday night, Gov. Jerry Brown was so sure of his status as the clear leader in the Golden State's gubernatorial sweepstakes that he made a victory speech at the governor's mansion. Those vying for Rep. Henry Waxman's seat, however, weren't granted that kind of confidence. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Your Complete Guide to California’s Most Important Congressional Race

Peter Z. Scheer / Truthdig Jun 3, 2014 If you're voting in Tuesday's primary, or you want to know more about the significance of one of the most important contests this term, read this. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Spying a Difference Among Democrats in ‘Silicon Beach’ Congressional Race

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig May 31, 2014 To evaluate contenders for Rep Henry Waxman's seat, I looked at an issue that is central to American life today: domestic spying by the federal government Henry Waxman's seat, I took an issue central to American life today: domestic spying by the federal government. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Edward Snowden’s Lawyer Takes on John Kerry

Staff / Truthdig May 30, 2014 This week on Truthdig Radio in association with KPFK: Jesselyn Radack says the secretary of state needs to bone up on his law. Also: Congressional candidate Ted Lieu takes on Citizens United, Bill Boyarsky on California's political gold rush, and an L.A. man trashes political art. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

California Gold Rush: The Race for the Hottest Job in Congress

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig May 27, 2014 California's 33rd Congressional istrict is home to some of the Democrats' wealthiest donors and one of the party's most progressive leaders. No fewer than 17 candidates are running to pick up the keys to the treasure chest, but is any a worthy heir?California's 33rd Congressional District is home to some of the Democrats' wealthiest donors and one of the party's most progressive leaders. No fewer than 17 candidates are running to pick up the keys to the treasure chest, but is any a worthy heir? Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

The Internet Is Great and It’s Awful

Staff / Truthdig Mar 28, 2014 This week on Truthdig Radio in association with KPFK: A new documentary shows the genius and tragedy of Aaron Swartz, Hobby Lobby v. Women, the race to replace Rep. Henry Waxman is on, and we look at the surprising locale of the most segregated schools in America. Dig deeper

Aaron Swartz: The Internet’s Own Boy

Staff / Truthdig Mar 28, 2014 This week on Truthdig Radio in association with KPFK: A new documentary shows the genius and tragedy of Aaron Swartz, Hobby Lobby v. Women, the race to replace Rep. Henry Waxman is on, and we look at the surprising locale of the most segregated schools in America. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Henry Waxman: A Little Giant Retires

Richard Reeves / Truthdig Feb 1, 2014 It is the end of an era here -- and the race to grab his seat in the rich district that runs south from Malibu through Beverly Hills and other nice places, will be a free-for-all in American ambition. Dig deeper

Iraq: The Case of the Missing $6.6 Billion

Staff / Truthdig Jun 13, 2011 Benjamin Franklin may be one of the most wanted men in Iraq right now, as the country's officials threaten to take the Pentagon to court to recoup some $6.6 billion in cash airlifted from the U.S. in 2004 for the purpose of Iraqi reconstruction. (more) Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

What the Midterms Mean for Hollywood

Staff / Truthdig Nov 4, 2010 Hollywood and its showbiz denizens are usually associated with the political left, or at least the Democratic Party, and entertainment industry power players have been known to cozy up to their elected representatives. But what happens when the Dems take a big hit? Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Congressional Panel Looks Into Safety Mechanism Glitch in Oil Spill

Staff / Truthdig May 12, 2010 The scale of the oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico might have been better contained had a safety device designed to help in situations like the one that caused the enormous mess performed properly, according to findings presented to the House Energy and Commerce Committee on Wednesday. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )