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Chris Tognotti


Chris Tognotti is a frequent contributor for the Daily Dot. He’s a news and current events writer based out of Berkeley, California, and a co-host of the podcast Now We Know. While he specializes in domestic politics and opinion writing, he’s also savvy on sports, video games, and film.

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Khizr Khan calls Trump ‘void of moral compass’ and ‘incapable of empathy’

Khizr Khan continued his criticisms of GOP nominee Donald Trump on Sunday.

On Jul 31, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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In refuting criticisms from Khizr Khan, Trump insists he’s ‘sacrificed a lot’

Trump was interviewed about his temperament, Russia, and his response to the family of slain Muslim-American soldier Humayun Khan.

On Jul 31, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Trump denounces David Duke, but whether he’d support his opponent would ‘depend on the Democrat’

The Republican party has been quick to distance itself from Duke.

On Jul 24, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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With pressure mounting, Wasserman-Schultz announces she’ll resign after the convention

DNC vice chair Donna Brazile is expected to act as interim chairwoman.

On Jul 24, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Wikileaks denies anti-Semitism over (((echoes))) tweet

Wikileaks drew criticism for a tweet linking their critics to (((echoes))), an anti-Semitic and neo-Nazi Twitter movement.

On Jul 24, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Following Wikileaks dump, Bernie Sanders calls for Debbie Wasserman-Schultz’s resignation as DNC chair

Despite calling for Wasserman-Schultz's resignation, Sanders stands by Clinton.

On Jul 24, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Obama speaks out about Baton Rouge police killings, pleads for unity among Americans

President Obama delivered a speech on the police killings in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Sunday.

On Jul 17, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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RNC chair Reince Priebus claims opposite-sex parents are the ‘best scenario’ for children

Priebus defended the GOP platform's language on parenting in no uncertain terms.

On Jul 17, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Cleveland police chief talks protests and security ahead of the Republican National Convention

It's unclear whether open carry laws will still apply.

On Jul 17, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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New Clinton campaign website ‘Art of the Steal’ takes Donald Trump’s business record to task

After weeks of being called 'Crooked Hillary,' Clinton fires back.

On Jul 17, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Letters for Black Lives is taking racial justice advocacy past language and culture barriers

The project is helping people of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds talk to their families about why Black Lives Matter.

On Jul 15, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Get ready for LGBT pride in ‘Grand Theft Auto V’

An upcoming PC mod will add an LGBT pride parade into the streets of 'Grand Theft Auto V.'

On Jul 12, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Dallas Police Department chief David Brown wants the ‘silent majority’ to speak out and support police

Dallas police chief David Brown appeared on CNN's 'State of the Union' on Sunday to discuss the week's harrowing events.

On Jul 10, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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British woman misses Beyoncé show because she bought tickets for the wrong day

What a tragedy.

On Jul 3, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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Is Donald Trump racist? Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson sure thinks so

Johnson also reveals he's in support of the TPP.

On Jul 3, 2016 by Chris Tognotti

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