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  1. General Political Chat

    1. Latest US & World News

      Posts of newsworthy political items.
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      Latest: Hamas accepts Egypt deal. Netanyahu says NO. WillReadmore, May 23, 2024 at 3:01 PM
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    2. Coronavirus (COVID-19) News

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      1. Coronavirus Pandemic Discussions

      Latest: Safe and effective, hey? Bowerbird, May 23, 2024 at 12:28 AM
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    3. Current Events

      Discuss the latest political news not applicable to other categories.
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      Latest: Sales of newly built homes tank in April, as prices and interest rates rise sec, May 23, 2024 at 3:09 PM
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    4. Political Opinions & Beliefs

      Voice yours/others opinions & beliefs. Topics may or may not be current events.
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      Latest: Dicktater Joe Biden's weaponized FBI Authorized Use of Deadly Force During Mar-a-Lago Raid. Golem, May 23, 2024 at 3:07 PM
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    5. Elections & Campaigns

      Discuss elections for any/all countries.
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      Latest: What is the primary reason you support Trump? Turtledude, May 23, 2024 at 2:30 PM
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      Latest: Are there any fence sitters? JohnHamilton, May 23, 2024 at 2:09 PM
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    7. Humor & Satire

      Political jokes, parodies, and more.
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      Latest: Funny Political Cartoons XIV mstrman, May 23, 2024 at 1:33 PM
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  2. Community

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      Latest: A belated introduction, a lark of sorts perhaps StillBlue, May 20, 2024 at 4:14 PM
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      Latest: Smarties Bar & Grill #77 FatBack, May 21, 2024 at 7:13 AM
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  3. More Topics

    1. Religion & Philosophy

      Separation of church & state, etc.
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      Latest: Part 39 of Post Your Tough Questions Regarding Christianity Kode, May 23, 2024 at 1:44 PM
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      Latest: What book are you reading? JBG, May 22, 2024 at 4:51 PM
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      Latest: Bad Science Driving Bad Policy Jack Hays, May 23, 2024 at 2:17 PM
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    4. Other Off-Topic Chat

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      Latest: Where that food comes from… Talon, May 23, 2024 at 2:10 PM
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  4. Political Issues

    1. Civil Rights

      All kinds of civil rights issues. Choose a subcategory or post here.
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      1. Civil Liberties

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      Latest: The Myth of the Fatherless Black Child American, May 19, 2024 at 11:11 AM
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    2. Abortion

      Hot issue to debate.
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      Latest: Abortion: Rights... WillReadmore, May 23, 2024 at 2:19 PM
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    3. Warfare / Military

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      1. Ethnic & Religious Conflicts

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      Latest: America Could Do Better By Ukraine In Providing Needed Weapon Systems! Mushroom, May 22, 2024 at 10:57 PM
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    4. Gun Control

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      Latest: Biden Administration to close gun show loophole Pro_Line_FL, May 23, 2024 at 11:03 AM
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    5. Economics & Trade

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      Latest: Retirement account balances hit highest level since 2021 Pro_Line_FL, May 23, 2024 at 3:09 PM
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    6. Environment & Conservation

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      Latest: Polar Bears Are Thriving Jack Hays, May 23, 2024 at 2:19 PM
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    7. Budget & Taxes

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      Latest: Your 401(k) Will Be Gone Within a Decade Pro_Line_FL, May 22, 2024 at 12:00 AM
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    8. Law & Justice

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      Latest: The problem with the case against Cohen WillReadmore, May 14, 2024
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    9. Health Care

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      Latest: Woman in jail denied medical attention until last moment FreshAir, May 23, 2024 at 2:01 PM
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    10. Other Political Issues

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      1. Labor & Employment

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      4. Drugs, Alcohol & Tobacco

      5. Education

      6. Campaign & Political Reform

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      8. Animal Welfare

      9. Immigration

      Latest: Small class sizes not better for pupils' grades or resilience, says study Bluesguy, May 6, 2024
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  5. Politics by Region

    1. Middle East

      Political topics specific to the Middle East.
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      Latest: The Tate Plan for Shalom in the Middle East! DennisTate, May 19, 2024 at 3:22 PM
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    2. Australia, NZ, Pacific

      Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific Islands.
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      Latest: Lest we forget Mitty, Apr 29, 2024
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    3. Western Europe

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      Latest: UK Elections announced for the 4th July 2024 The Scotsman, May 23, 2024 at 2:58 PM
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    4. Russia & Eastern Europe

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      Latest: Running Newsticker for the War in Ukraine Ddyad, May 23, 2024 at 9:12 AM
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    5. Other Regions

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      5. Central & South America

      Latest: To what degree is Ottawa a "Swamp" full of cold blooded reptiles??? The Verb, May 22, 2024 at 7:56 PM
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  6. Other Political Discussion

    1. Conspiracy Theories

      Theories surrounding major historical events and the forces shaping today's world.
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      1. 9/11

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      Latest: The moon landing is fake. James California, May 22, 2024 at 6:31 AM
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    2. Media & Commentators

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      Latest: FAUX News, Newsmax --- Have you Forgotten January 6th? Polydectes, May 21, 2024 at 4:18 PM
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    3. History & Past Politicians

      Discuss politics from years & decades ago.
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      Latest: A 1972 McGovern Satire Note JohnHamilton, May 22, 2024 at 10:19 AM
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    4. Political Science

      Political parties, systems, administration, law, voting, policy & methodology.
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      Latest: More Errors yangforward, May 13, 2024
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    5. Debates & Contests

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      Latest: Does the South's resistance to the fugitive slave laws show they cared more about preserving slavery 1stvermont, Apr 27, 2024
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