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Democrats Won Big. Can They Go Bold, Too?
The party’s leaders have been far too cautious in the past. Newer ideas could spark real change in who owns and runs America.
read moreDear White Women: There May Be Hope For You After All
For years there’s been a growing divide between white women and women of color. This year it may have narrowed.
Beto O’Rourke’s Lasting Legacy
The competitive campaigns of red-state progressives like Beto redefined several states seemingly overnight.
The ‘Blue Wave’ Was Also a ‘Muslim Wave’
In the most Islamophobic election in history, Muslim candidates scored big wins by embracing progressive policies.
Battering Ram
Trump’s new acting attorney general has exactly one purpose.
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Midterm Takeaway: We Need a Lot More Democracy
Republicans banked this election on lies, fear-mongering, and rule-rigging. It almost worked.
An Honest Look at Poverty in the Heartland
Hardship is a lot more widespread in the Badger State than the official numbers would have you believe.
How Aristocracies Are Born
Our country is on track to be run by the children of billionaires. Our ancestors recognized this and took action. We can too.
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Dear White Women: There May Be Hope For You After All
For years there’s been a growing divide between white women and women of color. This year it may have narrowed.
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Democrats Won Big. Can They Go Bold, Too?
The party’s leaders have been far too cautious in the past. Newer ideas could spark real change in who owns and runs America.
read more
Why Holiday-Season Arguments with Relatives Are So Frustrating
Most of us think if everyone just knew the facts, they’d agree with us. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way.
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Did You Hear? Poverty Ended
Trump’s advisers say there’s no more need for anti-poverty programs. Let’s see them raise a family of four on $25,000.
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Beto O’Rourke’s Lasting Legacy
The competitive campaigns of red-state progressives like Beto redefined several states seemingly overnight.
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Battering Ram
Trump’s new acting attorney general has exactly one purpose.
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Getting Past Gingrich
I’m ready for a Congress that doesn’t prioritize hate speech and obstructionism over good governance.
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The ‘Blue Wave’ Was Also a ‘Muslim Wave’
In the most Islamophobic election in history, Muslim candidates scored big wins by embracing progressive policies.
read more
Midterm Takeaway: We Need a Lot More Democracy
Republicans banked this election on lies, fear-mongering, and rule-rigging. It almost worked.
read more
How Veterans Changed the Military and Built the Middle Class
Like labor unions before them, veterans and soldiers organized to win benefits millions now rely on.
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