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U.S. ViewpointsMichael Hiltzik: How right-wing anti-transgender attacks led to a Supreme Court ruling upholding sex discrimination Updated July 8, 2026 at 7:05 AM
U.S. ViewpointsEditorial: Venezuelan earthquakes show why nation must move to democracy July 8, 2026 at 6:58 AM
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U.S. ViewpointsCommentary: Chicago and other cities are turning budgets into tools for democracy Updated July 8, 2026 at 3:22 AM
U.S. ViewpointsHigher prices are making Americans into smarter, tech-savvy shoppersJuly 7, 2026 at 11:37 AM
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U.S. ViewpointsEditorial: With these steps, Congress is moving toward making college more affordable Updated July 7, 2026 at 10:46 AM
U.S. ViewpointsCommentary: The Iran gas tax is going to hit American families. But we can change the future Updated July 7, 2026 at 9:56 AM
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