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Gavin Newsom did one thing right
Praise for the California governor and other top stories of the week
Alex Galbraith
August 01, 2025
The news, in brief …
National park gift shops move to ban “corrosive” history books
The National Park Service is flagging history books in an effort to purge negative representations of the U.S. Read more.
Most Senate Democrats vote to limit arms sales to Israel
A majority of Senate Democrats voted in favor of blocking specific arms sales to Israel, citing famine concerns. Read more.
Hawley responds to Trump calling him “second-tier” senator
Hawley drew the president's ire via a bill that would require politicians to refrain from trading stocks. Read more.
Trump delays tariff hike on Mexican imports
Trump's threatened 30% tariff on Mexican goods would have started Friday. Read more.
Trump vents as Canada prepares to recognize Palestinian state
The president said Canada's decision to recognize Palestine may hinder upcoming trade talks. Read more.
Leavitt: It’s time Trump won a Nobel Peace Prize
Listing a number of Trump’s peace deals, Leavitt said it's “well past time” that Trump was recognized. Read more.
Make me smarter …
Democrats sound alarm on Trump administration’s attacks on voting rights
Former Attorney General Eric Holder joined prominent Democrats to rail against Republican attacks on democracy. Read more.
Standing Room Only
California Governor Gavin Newsom is a proven political brawler, willing to go toe-to-toe with President Trump, VP JD Vance and even the creepiest figures of the MAGA movement. His social media strategy and theatrics on camera are undeniably effective. Is he setting himself up to run for president in 2028? Is this the best path forward for Democrats?
Our readers’ favorite stories this week …
Forget the 2024 autopsies. Democrats need to be bold — and ruthless
To win against Trump and MAGA, the party must rebrand with an inspiring narrative and strong ideas. Read more.
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Before you go …
For survivors of the Bosnian genocide, the war has never ended
Thirty years later, some wounds stay open. Read more.
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