Elections

Stacey Abrams

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Plays the “Angry Black Woman” Card on Stacey Abrams Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Plays the “Angry Black Woman” Card on Stacey Abrams

In Monday’s debate, Kemp lied about his record on guns and the economy and condescended to his Democratic opponent.

Oct 18, 2022 / Joan Walsh

Why the Economy Is the Dominant Issue for Democrats In the Midterms

Why the Economy Is the Dominant Issue for Democrats In the Midterms Why the Economy Is the Dominant Issue for Democrats In the Midterms

Wages aren’t keeping up with prices, and that’s voters’ biggest concern.

Oct 18, 2022 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

Joe Biden, left, fist bumps with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the Royal Palace.

The Saudi Regime Isn’t Afraid of Joe Biden The Saudi Regime Isn’t Afraid of Joe Biden

Despite widespread disgust at Saudi perfidy, odds are that crackpot realism will once again trump human rights—or even the national interest.

Oct 17, 2022 / Jeet Heer

The Dangers of Ignoring the Latino Vote This November

The Dangers of Ignoring the Latino Vote This November The Dangers of Ignoring the Latino Vote This November

Pretending we only exist in election years is a losing strategy for the left.

Oct 17, 2022 / Bill Gallegos

The January 6th committee

Thank You, January 6 Committee! Now It’s Merrick Garland’s Turn. Thank You, January 6 Committee! Now It’s Merrick Garland’s Turn.

Trump must be indicted for all the committee has revealed.

Oct 14, 2022 / Joan Walsh

Democratic nominee Tina Kotek and Republican nominee Christine Drazan, during Oregon's gubernatorial debate.

Will Democrats Lose the West? Will Democrats Lose the West?

Republicans are running even in crucial races across the region.

Oct 14, 2022 / Sasha Abramsky

John Nichols on Democrats and Marijuana, Plus Greil Marcus on Bob Dylan

John Nichols on Democrats and Marijuana, Plus Greil Marcus on Bob Dylan John Nichols on Democrats and Marijuana, Plus Greil Marcus on Bob Dylan

On this week's episode of Start Making Sense, writers join the show to talk about Democratic strategy and a new biography. 

Oct 13, 2022 / Podcast / Jon Wiener and Start Making Sense

Democrats Need to Make the January 6 Attack an Election Issue

Democrats Need to Make the January 6 Attack an Election Issue Democrats Need to Make the January 6 Attack an Election Issue

Neglecting the role that Donald Trump and his allies have already played in assaulting democracy is political malpractice.

Oct 13, 2022 / John Nichols

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) during his weekly press conference at the U.S. Capitol.

Kevin McCarthy Is a Quisling Who Stands Apart Kevin McCarthy Is a Quisling Who Stands Apart

Two news stories highlighting the House minority speaker’s role in downplaying the January 6 coup attempt show him to be a weak and amoral Trump collaborator.

Oct 13, 2022 / Chris Lehmann

Mobile billboard in favor of sexual and reproductive health care

Bernie Sanders Should Know by Now: Abortion Is an Economic Issue Bernie Sanders Should Know by Now: Abortion Is an Economic Issue

Democrats can seize the moment to show how the attack on abortion access connects to other economic issues voters are facing and offer a comprehensive vision in response.

Oct 12, 2022 / Amy Littlefield

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