John Nichols

National Affairs Correspondent

@NicholsUprising

John Nichols is a national affairs correspondent for The Nation. He has written, cowritten, or edited over a dozen books on topics ranging from histories of American socialism and the Democratic Party to analyses of US and global media systems. His latest, cowritten with Senator Bernie Sanders, is the New York Times bestseller It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism.

The Senator Defending Your Privacy Is Fighting for His Political Life

The Senator Defending Your Privacy Is Fighting for His Political Life The Senator Defending Your Privacy Is Fighting for His Political Life

Colorado Senator Mark Udall has challenged the NSA and defended the Constitution.

Oct 31, 2014 / John Nichols

Barack Obama’s Smart Political Play: Go for the Governorships

Barack Obama’s Smart Political Play: Go for the Governorships Barack Obama’s Smart Political Play: Go for the Governorships

Focusing on state races where he can generate turnout makes political and policy sense for Obama.

Oct 30, 2014 / John Nichols

Did Sheldon Adelson Just Up the Ante on Scott Walker’s Behalf?

Did Sheldon Adelson Just Up the Ante on Scott Walker’s Behalf? Did Sheldon Adelson Just Up the Ante on Scott Walker’s Behalf?

With campaign-finance rules collapsing, a billionaire moves last-minute money to Wisconsin Republicans.

Oct 28, 2014 / John Nichols

How a Divided Senate Could Threaten Social Security

How a Divided Senate Could Threaten Social Security How a Divided Senate Could Threaten Social Security

The prospect of a “grand bargain” could rear its ugly head if the 2014 midterms empower Maine’s Angus King.

Oct 27, 2014 / John Nichols

Chris Christie’s Latest Terrible Idea: Let GOP Governors Control Voting for 2016

Chris Christie’s Latest Terrible Idea: Let GOP Governors Control Voting for 2016 Chris Christie’s Latest Terrible Idea: Let GOP Governors Control Voting for 2016

He wants Republicans controlling the “political apparatus” and the “governmental apparatus” of voting.

Oct 24, 2014 / John Nichols

Can Rick Weiland Win in South Dakota?

Can Rick Weiland Win in South Dakota? Can Rick Weiland Win in South Dakota?

The Democratic Senate candidate's prairie populism has made him competitive in this red state.

Oct 22, 2014 / John Nichols

One Thing Hillary Clinton Understands About Politics in 2014

One Thing Hillary Clinton Understands About Politics in 2014 One Thing Hillary Clinton Understands About Politics in 2014

Hillary Clinton may not be a populist, but she is a savvy politician.

Oct 17, 2014 / John Nichols

Minimum Wage Debate Could Doom Scott Walker

Minimum Wage Debate Could Doom Scott Walker Minimum Wage Debate Could Doom Scott Walker

John Nichols appeared on All In with Chris Hayes Wednesday night to talk about how the minimum wage debate in Wisconsin could doom Scott Walker’s re-election campaign and tank his ...

Oct 16, 2014 / John Nichols and Edward Hart

Even Red-State Voters Want to Raise the Minimum Wage

Even Red-State Voters Want to Raise the Minimum Wage Even Red-State Voters Want to Raise the Minimum Wage

Eighty percent of Americans want to hike wages, but powerful Republicans keep saying no.

Oct 15, 2014 / John Nichols

Scott Walker Thinks $7.25 Is a Living Wage—He’s Wrong

Scott Walker Thinks $7.25 Is a Living Wage—He’s Wrong Scott Walker Thinks $7.25 Is a Living Wage—He’s Wrong

Wisconsin's governor refuses to act on behalf of low-wage workers.

Oct 14, 2014 / John Nichols

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