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In the months leading up to the 2020 Election, then-President Donald Trump began to warn his supporters that the upcoming contest would likely be rigged in Joe Biden’s favor. Trump’s weak response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic downturn had left many independent voters displeased with his performance. His loss in November ignited a firestorm of conspiracy theories...

On April, 22nd 1970, the first Earth Day was celebrated by John McConnell and other advocates for environmental protection. In those days, climate change research was new. But the data was clear. The increase in greenhouse gasses was raising global temperatures. If this issue is not addressed, it could result in catastrophic changes to the planet’s climate. Corporations buried this...

Let’s take moment to talk about the current state of weed in America. We’ve seen substantial progress on the issue of marijuana legalization in the last decade. 38 states have legalized it for medicinal purposes, and 24 states have legalized it for recreational use. Unfortunately, legalization on the federal level is still a distant dream.  Polling shows that 80% of adults support legalizing...

The Ana Commandment is not limited to the struggle to restore abortion protections in America. It is a battle cry for people everywhere to rise against those who would reshape the world in the image of their draconian religious beliefs. Everyone deserves to have freedom of religion as well as freedom FROM religion. The commandment is for the defense of...

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Written by Stacey Khizder It's only been a little over a year than the Trump administration has been in office, and his cabinet members have already tried cracking down on marijuana use. In May, Attorney General Jeff Sessions asked Congress to give the Department of Justice authorization to prosecute those who use marijuana, even in states where it's legal. While...

Written by Stacey Khizder Even though some areas in the United States still feel like Winter, it's officially Spring! The weather may be disproportionate, but midterm elections are definitely heating up as we come closer to November.  People often say that presentation and style is a form of speech. Politically-centered gear is a great way to show your progressive values. ShopTYT merchandise...

Written by Stacey Khizder A few weeks ago, students from coast to coast walked out of their classrooms to make a statement. In response to the tragic Parkland school shooting that left 17 people dead, student activists are demanding gun control reform. Their symbolic and sudden absence from their classrooms has caught many people's attention. Gun control is a highly controversial...

Written by Stacey Khizder For the last two years, we’ve been hearing a lot about the resistance. In order to stand up to Donald Trump, the majority of Congress, and the bigots of America, we’ve been told that we need to resist. Since Donald Trump’s Inauguration, the resistance movement has made its presence loud and clear. However, as we’re in another...

Written by Stacey Khizder March is known for a lot of things… March Madness, Spring Break, St. Patrick’s Day, but it’s also Women’s History Month! This month (and every month), we recognize intersectional feminism, GRL PWR, and its contribution to history, social, and political change. While this holiday is used to celebrate the various achievements of women world-wide, we also observe...

Written by Stacey Khizder The 90th Academy Awards will be held this Sunday, March 4th, and will be hosted by late night TV show host Jimmy Kimmel.  In every great movie, there is always a storyline that can be resonated with, or one that touches on political tones from the past and present. The nominations for the awards do exactly that. 'Get...

Written by Stacey Khizder Last week, CNN held a town hall on gun laws in America following the tragic Stoneman Douglas High School massacre that killed 17 teenagers. A Florida Congressman, both Florida Senators, and an NRA spokeswoman went face-to-face with gun violence victims.  Incredibly brave survivors-turned-gun-control-activists were able to boldly face their representatives and challenge them. They confronted their "leaders" on their weak,...

Written by Stacey Khizder Yesterday was President's Day, and while some people were able to use this holiday to take the day off, a student-led group called 'Teens for Gun Reform' held a lie-in outside the White House. While action from the current President is no where to be found, the students of America are taking it upon themselves to reform...

Written by Stacey Khizder As many of you know, Wednesday was Valentine's Day, but it was also TYT's 16th birthday!  In 2002, The Young Turks premiered as a radio program on Sirius XM. Just a few years later in 2005, TYT launched as a series on Youtube where they started the conversation around how media companies can utilize online platforms like Youtube...

Written by Stacey Khizder Valentine's Day is many things. To some, Valentine's Day is a celebration of love. To others, it's an over-exaggerated marketing holiday. However way you may feel about February 14th, your partner is still expecting a sign of affection.  This Valentine's Day, Shop with TYT for your progressive, TYT-watching, politics-loving significant other... even if that person is yourself! ...

Written by Stacey Khizder Are you a fan of TYT and want to help support independent media? Do you like ShopTYT's merchandise, but you're having trouble finding ways to wear your swag? Do you want to be #trendy while also making a bold political statement?As February is the month for fashion, we're here to help with that. With your jean jacket...

Written by Stacey Khizder Before I started working for TYT, I was only a fan. I would watch the live show in full, as often as I could. If not, I would catch up by hooking my phone up to the bluetooth in my car, and listen while driving (I still do this). As a government and politics major, I...

Written by Stacey Khizder On Tuesday, Donald Trump gave his first State of the Union address as President of the United States. As Trump's behavior is usually unprecedented, his seemingly 'normal' performance for the SOTU address was unexpected. People jumped at the claim that this was the night that Trump became "presidential", even though all he did was read off a teleprompter. During his pre-written speech,...