Thomas Frank

Thomas Frank is the “Easy Chair” columnist for Harper’s Magazine and the founding editor of The Baffler.

In This Corner of Washington, the Only Ideology Is ‘Money’

In This Corner of Washington, the Only Ideology Is ‘Money’ In This Corner of Washington, the Only Ideology Is ‘Money’

Politico’s daily newsletter Influence describes every squeaking turn of the revolving door with a certain admiration.

Jul 1, 2016 / Thomas Frank

Why Have Democrats Failed in the State Where They’re Most Likely to Succeed?

Why Have Democrats Failed in the State Where They’re Most Likely to Succeed? Why Have Democrats Failed in the State Where They’re Most Likely to Succeed?

Massachusetts should be a model state for liberal public policy, but instead it is one of the country’s most unequal.

Mar 29, 2016 / Thomas Frank

Why the Tea Party Needs Mitt Romney Why the Tea Party Needs Mitt Romney

Take a ride on the Republican-In-Name-Only train in 2012.

Jan 9, 2012 / Thomas Frank

Why Misgovernment Was No Accident in Bush’s Washington Why Misgovernment Was No Accident in Bush’s Washington

The Bush Administration has simultaneously destroyed a government, left us in the lurch and yet managed to enrich itself.

Aug 6, 2008 / Thomas Frank

Shocked, Shocked! Enronian Myths Exposed Shocked, Shocked! Enronian Myths Exposed

Those who place the blame on executive greed may be missing the larger point.

Mar 21, 2002 / Feature / Thomas Frank

The Rise of Market Populism The Rise of Market Populism

It offers a blatant apologia for economic inequality--but few question the faith.

Oct 12, 2000 / Books & the Arts / Thomas Frank

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