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What can we do to make our timelines more loving, honest, and worthwhile?

Dave Levinthal is a Washington, D.C.-based investigative journalist.

Don't give in to the lies. Hold on to the truth!

Unflinching journalism in defense of democracy

PROTECTING THE TRUTH IS JOB #1. In doing my part, expect pointed prose, silly songs, and keeping-it-real rhymes. I fact-check everything and everybody and invite you to fact-check me. Disclaimer: Some license may be taken in my satire.

Daughter, mother, pre-school and elementary teacher, psychotherapist, student of human development, democratic-socialist, culturally Jewish, lover and protector of all life on Earth. "Nothing is as powerful as human understanding."

The premium hub for MeidasTouch, the fastest growing pro-democracy news network. Bonus articles, exclusive content, and interactive chats. Led by Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas, with exclusive articles by Ron Filipkowski.

Live Monday-Friday noon-3pm eastern, covering US politics and political news commentary, science, culture, and economics, plus the audio podcast

A Process Philosopher's views on reality.

Explains what is happening, and why in our turbulent era. Speaks truth to power. 1 written & 1 broadcast commentary/day 6x/week.

Light reading in these dark political times ...

Musings from the Pacific Northwest

Exercising the First Amendment while we still have it.

In which we come together to save American democracy, or at least have fun while trying.

A reflection on today's news through the lens of hope.

I've covered everything from three wars, a few presidential campaigns, the Stonewall riots and the Rolling Stones. This column reflects that history and is about politics, culture, personal stories, and the nation's descent into anti-democratic madness.