Rights and Democracy
Get the Federal Government Out of Washington
Relocating federal agencies to the heartland would create jobs, revitalize cities, and put government more in touch with the people.
You Wanted a Wall, Mr. President?
Maybe you’ll get four of them.
We’re Learning the Truth About ‘Voter Fraud’
There’s no moral difference between suppressing the vote through the law and literally stealing ballots. Both may have happened in North Carolina.
Stop Wasting Money on the Pentagon
Military leaders literally don’t know what they’re doing with our money, but they want more. People on the left and right have had enough.
Paul Ryan Was a Villain and No One Will Miss Him
The outgoing House speaker’s entire career was a cash grab for billionaires, capped off by a low trick to literally starve children.
The Progressive Promise of ‘Trump Country’
The left can offer much of what Trump voters say they want: health care, fair wages, education, clean water, and a government uncorrupted by big money.
Politics in 2019 Will Have a Lot More Backbone
As Democratic leaders sharpen their challenge to President Trump, movement leaders are stepping up to challenge the party leadership.
You Don’t Have to Do Holiday Stuff You Hate
If you don’t get along with your family, you don’t have to see them. If you do love spending time with them, everything else is optional.
Lame-Duck Republicans Are Waging War on Heartland Democracy
I teach sociology. Believe me — nothing good will come of what they’re trying to pull here in Michigan and beyond.
A War on Science, Morals, and Law
Many “scientific” questions are more accurately considered moral questions. The Trump administration’s approach to the environment fails on both counts.
