John Nichols

National Affairs Correspondent

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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.

Obama Tells the FCC to ‘Implement the Strongest Possible Rules to Protect Net Neutrality’

Obama Tells the FCC to ‘Implement the Strongest Possible Rules to Protect Net Neutrality’ Obama Tells the FCC to ‘Implement the Strongest Possible Rules to Protect Net Neutrality’

The president calls for the reclassification of Internet services under telecommunications in the name of an open Internet.

Nov 10, 2014 / John Nichols

This Is What Dollarocracy Looks Like

This Is What Dollarocracy Looks Like This Is What Dollarocracy Looks Like

Bernie Sanders is right: 2014 shows how big money and broken media “deflect attention from the real issues.”

Nov 7, 2014 / John Nichols

Why Scott Walker’s ‘Divide and Conquer’ Politics Won’t Make Him President

Why Scott Walker’s ‘Divide and Conquer’ Politics Won’t Make Him President Why Scott Walker’s ‘Divide and Conquer’ Politics Won’t Make Him President

Republicans should be dubious about a presidential prospect who isn’t able to attract new supporters.

Nov 6, 2014 / John Nichols

Obama Should Not Accept ‘Lame Duck’ Status

Obama Should Not Accept ‘Lame Duck’ Status Obama Should Not Accept ‘Lame Duck’ Status

Midterm setbacks are common. The president—and his supporters—ought not let this one define him.

Nov 5, 2014 / John Nichols

Why Tonight Is Not Just About Senate Control

Why Tonight Is Not Just About Senate Control Why Tonight Is Not Just About Senate Control

Yes, the fight for control of the Senate matters. But so do the gubernatorial races.

Nov 4, 2014 / John Nichols

The Most Cynical Political Ploy of 2014

The Most Cynical Political Ploy of 2014 The Most Cynical Political Ploy of 2014

Conservative dark money spends big to tell young voters in battleground states about pro-pot, anti-war “progressive” third-party candidates.

Nov 3, 2014 / John Nichols

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

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