The Contrarian: Evening Roundup

Evening Roundup, June 3

The Contrarian — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:36:09 GMT

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Trump Staffing Scandal of the Day

Some (Sport) Wishes Do Come True….

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Evening Roundup, June 2

The Contrarian — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:15:03 GMT

Happy Pride Month, Contrarians! 🏳️‍🌈

Standing up against the relentless attacks on the LGBTQ+ community and their rights goes beyond the month of June. Pride is a celebration, commemoration, and continued fight for equality. As this administration continues to target trans folks and scrub away LGBTQ+ history, speaking out and protecting LGBTQ+ neighbors is vital.

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Some people just can't tolerate Black joy.
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The Pope vs AI

Culture Vulture, Freedom 250 Edition

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Evening Roundup, June 1

The Contrarian — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:42:27 GMT

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Health and Humanity

Voting connects us with neighbors and helps build trust with institutions, affecting how well and how long we live.
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On Guard

Combating racism through sports is a shot in the dark. Encouraging students to withdraw from these schools is a better option.
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Evening Roundup, May 29: Huge Legal Win for the Kennedy Center!

The Contrarian — Fri, 29 May 2026 20:55:50 GMT

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Evening Roundup, May 28

The Contrarian — Thu, 28 May 2026 22:27:44 GMT

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Why Science Matters

Ebola is testing the America First approach to global health — and the results are grim.
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Evening Roundup, May 27

The Contrarian — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:32:31 GMT

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Lessons of Resistance

The lesson of Nazi Germany was never just about monsters. It was about the rest of us.
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Evening Roundup, May 26

The Contrarian — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:54:48 GMT

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Memorial Day Reflections

Memorial Day Reflection
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Evening Roundup, May 22

The Contrarian — Fri, 22 May 2026 21:58:15 GMT

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America250 & Friends

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Evening Roundup, May 21

The Contrarian — Thu, 21 May 2026 23:11:06 GMT

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Special Tea Session…with Gov. Newsom & Aaron Parnas!

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Tech Specs

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Evening Roundup, May 20

The Contrarian — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:28:00 GMT

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Injustice

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Evening Roundup, May 19

The Contrarian — Tue, 19 May 2026 22:02:02 GMT

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Election Epicenter

Missing From The Headlines

Executive Dysfunction

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Evening Roundup, May 18

The Contrarian — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:00:18 GMT

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An Action-Packed Evening Roundup, May 15

The Contrarian — Fri, 15 May 2026 22:52:09 GMT

Contrarians, big news: tomorrow, we are taking to the Alabama streets to protect our voting rights. And we want you to join us.

Republicans across the South are using the cover of the Supreme Court’s execrable Callais decision to dilute the power of Black and Brown voters. In response, we are joining thousands of others at the #AllRoadsSouth rally in Selma and Montgomery, Alabama.

Meet us in Alabama, or find satellite rally near you, spread the word, and take action to save our civil rights. And, of course, stay tuned to The Contrarian for all day, on the ground coverage.

Stand Up for the South

Problematic Inconveniences

The polarizing coach’s comments about LSU and Ole Miss reveal how some white people have no problem overlooking discrimination until it inconveniences them.
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Evening Roundup, May 14

The Contrarian — Thu, 14 May 2026 22:20:02 GMT

Two Days ‘Till All Roads

Pro-democracy coalitions and fighters across the country are taking to the Alabama streets this Saturday to protect our voting rights. Join the All Roads movement and keep an eye out for events happening near you. Can’t stop by and join the festivities in person? Don’t worry, The Contrarian’s got you — all day, on-the-ground coverage with some special appearances. Stay tuned!

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Aftermath

The Roberts Court didn't instruct states to disenfranchise Black voters, but it had to know that's what would happen.
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Evening Roundup, May 13

The Contrarian — Wed, 13 May 2026 22:30:06 GMT

Action Alert: 3 Days ‘Till All Roads

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Vapes, Babies, & The FDA

All About Voting

Black people, women, and Black women in particular are just not Louisiana’s kind of “legal persons” entitled to full participation in society.
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Evening Roundup, May 12

The Contrarian — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:19:55 GMT

Action Alert: Protect Our Voting Rights

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Institutionally Disillusioned

The American public isn’t buying the White House’s new-found tolerance for high costs.
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Evening Roundup, May 11

The Contrarian — Mon, 11 May 2026 21:23:44 GMT

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Hands Off Our Elections

A History Battle in Real Time

Vance or VEEP?

Vance’s historically low approval ratings are vindicating the former VP in real time.
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