oatmeal (@oatmeal@kolektiva.social)

2.53K Posts, 81 Following, 373 Followers · I study History of the Middle East. Mostly posting translated news and blog posts from the Israeli media relating to the historical and contemporary aspects of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Washington Says "Journalism Is Not A Crime" While Working To Criminalize Journalism

Listen to a reading of this article: After a certain point criticizing the hypocrisy and contradictions of the US-centralized empire starts to feel too easy, like shooting fish in a barrel. But hell let's do it anyway; the barrel's right here, and...

After Rick Scott Delays USPS Reform, Chuck Schumer Vows 'We Will Pass This Bill'

"Nobody should be standing in the way of this bill. It's a sad day that just one member has," Senate Majority Leader Chuck says while vowing the chamber will pass the Postal Service Reform Act.

Opinion | To Safeguard US Democracy and Economy, Senate Must Reform Filibuster

"The Senate was willing to change the rules of the filibuster to prevent a disruption to our economy, and now it must do the same to protect our democracy."

Schumer Unveils Last-Ditch Plan to Force Floor Battle Over Voting Rights

"With this procedure, we will finally have an opportunity to debate voting rights legislation—something that Republicans have thus far denied."

Schumer Announces Procedural Plan That Will Lead to Vote on Filibuster Changes

The plan initially evades a filibuster, but passing voting rights legislation will still require changes to the rule.

Over 150 Pro-Democracy Groups Demand Schumer Urgently Change Senate Rules to Pass Voting Rights

"The House of Representatives has already done its job. It is time for the Senate to do right by the American people, and improve the rules of the Senate so they can protect and strengthen our democracy."

Schumer Says Senate Could Vote on Filibuster Changes Later This Month

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has suggested changing filibuster rules several times over the past few months.

Schumer Vows to Change Senate Rules to Protect US Democracy by January 17

Democratic Senate Majority Leader Schumer says if GOP obstruction of voting rights bills continues, "the Senate will debate and consider changes to Senate rules on or before January 17, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, to protect the foundation of our...

Progressive Coalition to Schumer: No More Cuts to Popular Build Back Better Bill

Progressive groups urge Schumer to "do everything in your power to preserve all of the critical investments" in the House-passed Build Back Better Act and "reject efforts to further reduce or weaken the bill."

Schumer Got $66K From Top Health Insurance Lobbyist Amid Build Back Better Talks

Senator Chuck Schumer accepted a bundle of campaign contributions from the lobbyist sometime between July and September.

Schumer Suggests Filibuster Reform After GOP Blocks John Lewis Voting Rights Act

Democrats would need their whole caucus, including Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, to agree to change the filibuster.

Chuck Schumer Endorses Socialist India Walton in Heated Buffalo Mayoral Race

Schumer’s endorsement is significant as other party leaders in the state refuse to support the Democratic candidate.

Schumer Endorses 'Inspiring Community Leader' India Walton as Buffalo's Next Mayor

"India is an inspiring community leader, mother, nurse, and a lifelong Buffalonian with a clear progressive vision for her hometown," says Senate Majority Leader Schumer, endorsing mayoral candidate India Walton.

Schumer Hints at Filibuster Workaround If Republicans Stonewall Voting Rights

Democrats recently unveiled a slimmed-down voting rights bill that has Sen. Joe Manchin’s support.

Warren, Schumer & Pressley Urge Biden: Pause Student Loan Payments Until March

Biden should extend the pause and cancel up to $50,000 of student debt, the Democrats said.

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