Bernie Sanders and AOC’s Rallies Can Be The Catalyst For A New Progressive Party

By Yiannis Damellos

Recently, I came across an article by Eric Blanc in Jacobin titled "Bernie Sanders and AOC’s Rallies Can Become a Mass Movement." While I don’t know Blanc personally, I believe he underestimates the dynamics at play in the “Fighting Oligarchy Tour” rallies featuring Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. He posits that these rallies could evolve into a larger mass movement—if Bernie and AOC can channel their attendees into sustained organizing efforts against figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. In my view, these rallies could indeed lay the groundwork for a new Progressive Party that disrupts the entrenched bipolar political system in Washington, which is often manipulated by corporate interests.

Upon request of a conspiracy theorist Trump fires the head of NSA

Yiannis Damellos

In an unexpected twist that could only happen in the Wild World of Trump, Gen. Tim Haugh was given the ol' heave-ho from the NSA, seemingly because the President's favorite conspiracy theorist, Laura Loomer strolled into the White House and started calling the shots.

South Korea’s impeached president is removed from office, four months after declaring martial law

By Yoonjung Seo, Gawon Bae, Mike Valerio and Jessie Yeung, CNN

South Korea’s highest court has removed embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol from office, ending months of uncertainty and legal wrangling after he briefly declared martial law in December and plunged the nation into political turmoil. The court’s decision on Friday marks Yoon’s formal dismissal from the presidency after parliament voted to impeach him in December. His removal takes effect immediately, and he must now leave the presidential residence.

The Economist: President Trump’s mindless tariffs will cause economic havoc

But the rest of the world can limit the damage 

If you failed to spot America being “looted, pillaged, raped and plundered by nations near and far” or it being cruelly denied a “turn to prosper”, then congratulations: you have a firmer grip on reality than the president of the United States. It’s hard to know which is more unsettling: that the leader of the free world could spout complete drivel about its most successful and admired economy. Or the fact that on April 2nd, spurred on by his delusions, Donald Trump announced the biggest break in America’s trade policy in over a century—and committed the most profound, harmful and unnecessary economic error in the modern era.

Trump Just Bet the Farm

By Thomas L. Friedman / Opinion Columnist

The New York Times

Donald Trump is not known for doing his homework — he’s more of a go-with-my-gut kind of guy. What I find most terrifying about what Trump is doing today is that he seems to be largely relying on his gut to bet that he can radically overturn how America’s institutions have operated and the way the nation relates to both its allies and enemies — and get it all right. As in, America will become stronger and more prosperous, while the rest of the world will just adjust. Next question.

Dow drops 1,400 points, S&P 500 loses 4% as stock market rout on Trump’s tariffs worsens: Live updates

Brian Evans, John Melloy, Pia Singh

Stocks nosedived Thursday, sending the S&P 500 back into correction territory, after President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs of at least 10% for some countries. The news intensified a recent sell-off and raised the risk of a global trade war that hits the already sputtering U.S. economy.

Carney says Canada will match Trump’s 25% auto tariffs

By Yiannis Damellos 

The Greek Courier

Canada is responding to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs by imposing matching counter-tariffs on vehicles, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Thursday.

Liberals increase lead to 9 points over Conservatives while NDP stays in single digits in latest Nanos tracking

By Phil Hahn

Updated: April 03, 2025 at 7:13AM EDT
Published: March 30, 2025 at 8:57AM EDT
(Nanos Research)

The federal Liberals have increased their lead to nine points over the Conservatives on Day 12 of the federal election campaign.

Mark Carney and the Premiers respond to Trump's tariffs as Liberals lead by 6 points in new CBC poll

Yiannis Damellos

After much anticipation about the implications of Trump's "Liberation Day" for Canada, it appears that little has changed. This lack of change has not brought relief to Canada, as much of the American tariff scheme on the country remains intact, including a blanket 25% tariff on most goods, except those covered under the North American Free Trade Agreement. Energy and potash face a lower 10% tariff, while a 25% levy on Canadian steel and aluminum remains in place. Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to deliver his response to the duties after meeting virtually with provincial and territorial leaders. A new CBC poll shows that the Liberals are leading the Conservatives by roughly six points nationwide and would be heavily favored to win a majority government if an election were held today. 

Amid annexation fears and the call for Canadian unity, Alberta's Premier aims to discuss provincial autonomy with Quebec

Yiannis Damellos

Sources: CBC, The Conversation

At a challenging juncture in our nation's history, amid fears of annexation by the Trump administration and calls for Canadian unity, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is determined to work with her Quebec counterpart to uphold provincial sovereignty. She couldn't have chosen a more unsuitable moment. In a letter to Quebec Premier François Legault dated March 21, Smith highlighted the common interests shared by Alberta and Quebec in countering federal government interference in matters falling within exclusive provincial jurisdiction. 

Simultaneously, she is under intense scrutiny for traveling to Florida to advocate Alberta's position to a conservative American audience. Critics now question the rationale behind her rhetoric, as they argue that her response to Trump's anti-Canada actions does not resonate with Canadians who are democratically opposing through consumer boycotts of American goods. What is the reason behind her subservience?

U.S. stocks drop after hours as Trump imposes sweeping tariffs, S&P 500 ETF falls 2%: Live updates

CNBC - U.S. stocks fell in after hours trading as President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs of at least 10% and even higher for some countries, raising the risks of a global trade war that hits the U.S. economy. 

Trump says he will impose 10% tariff on all imports, with higher rates for some

Summary

• Trump announces 10% baseline tariff
• Higher reciprocal tariffs on many US trading partners
• Other details not immediately known

By Andrea Shalal and David Lawder

WASHINGTON, April 2 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he would impose a 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the United States and higher duties on some of the country's biggest trading partners, in a move that ratchets up a trade war that he kicked off on his return to the White House.

Liberals hold Wisconsin Supreme Court after campaign shaped heavily by Musk

The state court, on which liberals hold a 4-3 majority, could determine the future of abortion in the state.

Grace Panetta Political reporter

April 1, 2025, 6:44 p.m. PT

Liberal Susan Crawford has won the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, an election in which the richest person in the world featured prominently and one that could determine the future of abortion in the state.

Giant, mysterious organisms discovered are impossible to categorize

BySanjana Gajbhiye

Earth.com staff writer

For over 165 years, scientists have puzzled over a strange fossil called Prototaxites. Even its appearance was unusual. It stood up to 8 meters tall and resembled a towering tree with no leaves.

Amazing!!! Cory Booker breaks Senate record for longest known speech, bashing Trump, and beating Strom Thurmond

WASHINGTON – Senator Cory Booker delivered the longest-recorded floor speech in Senate history on Tuesday, surpassing the record set by segregationist Senator Strom Thurmond in 1957. Booker commenced his speech at 7 p.m. on Monday evening to voice his opposition to President Donald Trump's policies.

Top U.S. & World Headlines — April 1, 2025

Cory Booker Has Been Bashing Trump On Senate Floor For 20 Straight Hours … and counting

The Rolling Stone Magazine

By RYAN BORT

Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) said as he began speaking on the Senate floor Monday night that he intended to disrupt “the normal business of the United States Senate for as long as I am physically able,” citing his belief that “our nation is in crisis.”

He wasn’t kidding.

A new era dawns as South Korea, China, and Japan unite to bolster regional trade in the face of looming Trump tariffs

On Sunday, South Korea, China, and Japan convened their first economic dialogue in five years to enhance regional trade amid concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.