The Lessons of Wisconsin The Lessons of Wisconsin
The depressing defeat of the recall suggests that “money power” cannot be easily thwarted, even by determined “people power.”
Jun 6, 2012 / John Nichols
Show Us the Money Show Us the Money
A web of right-wing groups bankrolled by billionaires dominates our politics. Our media shouldn’t let them remain in the shadows.
Jun 6, 2012 / Column / Eric Alterman
GOP Declares National Victory in Wisconsin GOP Declares National Victory in Wisconsin
Scott Walker’s win doesn't necessarily mean Mitt Romney will triumph in November. But it does prove that corporate money threatens American democracy.
Jun 6, 2012 / Ben Adler
How the Paycheck Fairness Act Can Help Democrats Win Elections for Years to Come How the Paycheck Fairness Act Can Help Democrats Win Elections for Years to Come
More money in women’s pockets will mean more spending power in political campaigns.
Jun 4, 2012 / Bryce Covert
Income Inequality Keeps Poorer Americans Away from the Polls Income Inequality Keeps Poorer Americans Away from the Polls
Those who most need their voices heard are less likely to vote.
May 29, 2012 / Bryce Covert
Do the Bain Hustle Do the Bain Hustle
President Obama is to be applauded for questioning Mitt Romney’s legacy, although his motives seem to be as opportunistic as those of Romney’s primary race opponents.
May 24, 2012 / Robert Scheer
GOP Super PACs Dominate Early Ads With Lies GOP Super PACs Dominate Early Ads With Lies
Conservative Super PACs are outraising and outspending the liberal ones. And they are spreading lies.
May 22, 2012 / Ben Adler
Wisconsin’s Recall Wisconsin’s Recall
In the June 5 recall election to unseat Gov. Scott Walker and his cronies, grassroots activists are fighting millions in corporate cash.
May 16, 2012 / John Nichols
Will John McCain Save Campaign Finance Reform? Will John McCain Save Campaign Finance Reform?
The Arizona Senator says he wants to help Democrats pass a major reform bill, but how serious is he?
May 16, 2012 / George Zornick
Why Obama Must Hold Wall Street Accountable Why Obama Must Hold Wall Street Accountable
Obama stands the best shot at getting re-elected by making the election a choice between the 99 percent and the 1 percent.
May 15, 2012 / Ari Berman