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Democracy and Dobson both met their end last week

Democracy and Dobson both met their end last week

What else might you have missed?

Alex Galbraith
August 25, 2025

The news, in brief…

James Dobson ignited the culture wars — and changed US politics
Long before Rush Limbaugh, Dobson took to the airwaves with his hardcore message. Read more.
Pentagon readies plans to deploy troops in Chicago following Trump DC takeover
President Trump has repeatedly threatened U.S. cities with federal action. Read more.
Trump Burger owner detained
Trump Burger co-founder Eddie Hawa was taken into custody by ICE agents. Read more.
Vance and Welker exchange sparks dueling narratives online
The interview showcased divide between Trump’s allies and critics over diplomacy, and the media’s role in the fight. Read more.
Cuomo uses potato chip scandal to needle Adams
The former governor took a shot at the New York City mayor as he grapples with accusations of bribery against members of his campaign. Read more.
Halsey defends movie with Sydney Sweeney: “Greater than tabloid denim bulls**t”
The singer said her film debut was "unrelated to a (pretty dumb) advertising take." Read more.
García released, but faces potential removal to Uganda
Kilmar Abrego García’s release from jail comes as ICE plans to send him to Uganda, furthering immigration debate. Read more.
Parole board unmoved by Menendez brothers’ media resurgence
From dramatizations to documentaries, the Menendez case went viral — but parole board stuck to the record. Read more.

Make me smarter …

We need a new theory of democracy — because this version has failed

It's time to look in the mirror, America: We chose catastrophe — there's no one else to blame. Read more.

Standing Room Only …

On this week’s Standing Room Only, Amanda Marcotte talks to journalist and author Lux Alptraum in an attempt to unpack the strange, sexist dynamic of the Trumps.