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PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism by Rachel Maddow

Inspired by her research for the hit podcast Ultra, in PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism, #1 New York Times bestselling author Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis. Available now!

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Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News

Rachel Maddow, host of the #1 hits “Bag Man” and “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra,” is back at the mic with a new original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News.” In each episode, Rachel and co-host Isaac-Davy Aronson seek a deeper understanding of a story in today's headlines by asking: Has anything like this ever happened before? Would knowing that help us grapple with what’s happening now… and what might happen next?

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Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 1.23.24

Today’s edition of quick hits.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, left, and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson shake hands next to NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on the eve of a NATO summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, on July 10, 2023.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, left, and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson shake hands next to NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on the eve of a NATO summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, on July 10, 2023.
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'The end of politics': Donald Trump makes simple offer to voters

Rachel Maddow talks with Jen Psaki about why Donald Trump is emphasizing his affinity for strongman dictators as part of his closing argument to New Hampshire voters, why the simplicity of life with an authoritarian leader who makes all of the decisions is appealing to some voters, and the historical lessons for how democracies have survived similar threats in the past.
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opinion politics political
8h ago

Republican officials convince themselves of hidden Jan. 6 truths

It appears increasingly likely that Republicans are going to make Jan. 6 conspiracy theories a prominent campaign issue this election year.
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Donald Trump Holds Rally With Ohio Candidates In Youngstown
8h ago

Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 1.23.24

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
Image: North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum
Image: North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum
9h ago

GOP rhetoric on energy production increasingly detached from reality

Marsha Blackburn’s rhetoric notwithstanding, domestic oil production is actually higher now, under Joe Biden, than when Donald Trump was in office.
Marsha Blackburn on Capitol Hill
Marsha Blackburn on Capitol Hill
10h ago

After failing to govern, Republicans fear possible consequences

The Republicans’ lack of accomplishments is the result, not of an accident or unfortunate circumstances, but of a deliberate choice of a post-policy party.
House Speaker Mike Johnson at the Capitol on Dec. 5, 2023.
House Speaker Mike Johnson at the Capitol on Dec. 5, 2023.
11h ago

Why it matters that Americans are feeling better about the economy

The economy will likely be the year's dominant election issue, and recent improvements to public attitudes are exactly what Team Biden wants to see.
President Biden Departs The White House For Pennsylvania
President Biden Departs The White House For Pennsylvania
12h ago

GOP rep touts ‘essential’ infrastructure funds he voted against

When the infrastructure bill passed, Rep. Pete Stauber said, “I will not be complicit in paving a ... path towards socialism.” His take sure has changed.
Pete Staube in Washington D.C.
Pete Staube in Washington D.C.
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GOP’s Elise Stefanik goes to weird lengths in defense of Trump

Elise Stefanik is making one thing perfectly clear to Team Trump: She will say anything, without regard for accuracy, propriety, shame, or self-respect.
Elise Stefanik and Donald Trump at a campaign event in Concord, N.H.
Elise Stefanik and Donald Trump at a campaign event in Concord, N.H.
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Monday’s Mini-Report, 1.22.24

Today’s edition of quick hits.
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migrant corssing border mexico usa texas el paso razor wire danger dangerous
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Targeting Haley, Trump isn’t quite done with birther offensive

Donald Trump has taken his birther offensive against Nikki Haley a step further, suggesting her birthplace is in doubt. It is not.
Nikki Haley and Donald Trump in the Oval Office
Nikki Haley and Donald Trump in the Oval Office

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