Populism

Austrian Freedom Party

Is Europe’s Far Right Stoppable? Is Europe’s Far Right Stoppable?

The mainstream’s analysis of the phenomenon is deeply flawed, and its responses only exacerbate the problem.

Nov 1, 2017 / Paul Hockenos

What Killed the Democratic Party?

What Killed the Democratic Party? What Killed the Democratic Party?

A new report offers a bracing autopsy of the 2016 election—and lays out a plan for revitalization.

Oct 30, 2017 / Feature / William Greider

US Constitution

Is the Republican Party a Threat to the Constitution? Is the Republican Party a Threat to the Constitution?

Only the GOP can save (or destroy) democracy in America.

Oct 4, 2017 / Aziz Huq

How Trump Has Normalized the Unspeakable

How Trump Has Normalized the Unspeakable How Trump Has Normalized the Unspeakable

He has legitimized bigotry and given the imprimatur of a major political party to criminal violence.

Sep 20, 2017 / Feature / Sasha Abramsky

Steve Bannon Upfront

Steve Bannon Is Gone, Leaving Behind Only His Worst Ideas Steve Bannon Is Gone, Leaving Behind Only His Worst Ideas

The “Party of Davos” shot down any motions toward economic populism.

Aug 23, 2017 / Robert L. Borosage

George McGovern’s Alternative Path for the Democratic Party

George McGovern’s Alternative Path for the Democratic Party George McGovern’s Alternative Path for the Democratic Party

His populism and internationalism provide an excellent foundation for a badly needed new approach by the American left.

Aug 8, 2017 / Books & the Arts / Ryan Cooper

Unveiling of 'A Better Deal'

There’s an Even Better Deal the Democrats Could Be Considering There’s an Even Better Deal the Democrats Could Be Considering

Democrats have an opportunity to draw an even sharper contrast with the GOP by embracing the kind of bold populism that this moment demands.

Aug 1, 2017 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

A woman holds a sign saying

‘A Better Deal’ Sounds Nice, but Democrats Must Get Specific ‘A Better Deal’ Sounds Nice, but Democrats Must Get Specific

They should echo FDR’s renunciations of economic royalists and define the enemy.

Jul 26, 2017 / John Nichols

The Left’s Opportunity in Wisconsin

The Left’s Opportunity in Wisconsin The Left’s Opportunity in Wisconsin

Progressive politics once thrived in the state, and the need for it still exists.

Jul 25, 2017 / Books & the Arts / Sarah Jones

Fight for 15 Rally

The Debate Democrats Can’t Duck The Debate Democrats Can’t Duck

The populist temper of the time is rousing citizens across the country. Politics as usual won’t suffice anymore.

Jul 11, 2017 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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