Governor Kemp's family has a long history in Georgia. One of his forebears legalized slavery in Georgia so he could import slaves for his plantation.

Kemp's school censorship law makes it dangerous for teachers to teach that history.

*US judge blocks $2.2bn Penguin Random House merger.*

We should never allow megacorps to merge with any other businesses.

US citizens: call on Congress to establish an ethical code for the Supreme Court.

The Capitol Switchboard number is +1-202-224-3121.

If you call, please spread the word!

Lula won the Brazilian presidential election by 51% to 49%.

It is disturbing that 49% voted for a fascist like Bolsonaro, but Lula's victory is clear. With Bolsonaro's main supporters acknowledging Lula's victory. Bolsonaro won't be in a position to try to stay in power.

A fanatical Republican broke into Nancy Pelosi's home, armed and planning to attack her. She was out, so he attacked her husband instead.

Republican leaders cannot fail to know that their barely veiled support for violence will inspire real attacks. That must be their intention.

I think it is a mistake to equate violent fanaticism with mental illness. Mental illness only rarely leads people to contemplate violence towards others. Violent political fanatics often do at least contemplate it.