Friday’s Forum

Where Do the Republicans Go From Here?

This man is the face of the post-Trump party.

Goodbye to Swing Districts?

A largely mythical beast may become even more rare.

‘Party House’ Rapist Gets No Jail Time

A really strange case.

Jacob Chansley Sentenced to 41 Months for Capitol Riot

The erstwhile QAnon Shaman will spend another three-and-a-half years in jail.

Thursday’s Forum

Three Tom Bradys?

A breakdown of a remarkable career that’s not yet finished.

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The Middle Ain’t Woke

The average American is neither progressive nor all that interested in politics.

Wednesday’s Forum

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Questions That Answer Themselves

When the headline tells the story.

The Narrative of the ‘MSM Narrative’

Journalism is terrible except when compared to the alternatives.

Tuesday’s Forum

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Kamala Harris’ Frustrating Start?

A weird new narrative has emerged.

No, the Flu Shot Hasn’t Become Partisan

Reading disparate polling numbers critically.

Monday’s Forum

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Truck and Bus Driver ‘Shortages’

Working conditions rather than labor supply seems to be the issue.

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Oklahoma National Guard Vaccine Standoff

The politicization of the virus continues.

Sunday’s Forum

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Trump, the GOP, and Stochastic Terrorism

A conversation in two parts.

Saturday’s Forum

Racial Impacts of the Interstate in Montgomery, AL

Another example for the conversation.

Changing CDC Guidance, Communication, and Conspiracy

Science and insanity don’t mix.

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“Fall Colors in Abstract”

DC Circuit Delays Trump Paper Release

The matter of Executive Privilege and former Presidents is settled law.

Friday’s Forum

The Kyle Rittenhouse Trial Judge

He’s controversial but consistent.

Robert Moses Bridge Story Debunked

A favorite anecdote from Robert Caro’s first masterpiece is likely untrue.

Veterans Day Forum

One Million Under-12s Vaxxed

Kids 5-11 are getting their COVID shots at a rapid pace, but will it continue?

Buttigieg and Critical Road Theory

Mayor Pete is being mocked for telling obvious truths.

Wednesday’s Forum

Max Cleland, 1942-2021

The Vietnam War hero and one-term Georgia Senator has died at 79.

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris, delivers remarks on the COVID-19 National Month of Action on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, in the South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building at the White House. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz) President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris, delivers remarks on the COVID-19 National Month of Action on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, in the South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building at the White House. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz)

Biden Administration Urges Businesses to Comply with Vaccine Mandates Despite Judicial Stay

Resolving the legal issues will take time we don’t have.

Tuesday’s Forum

Minority Power in the Senate

Senator Romney and the latest edition of the senatorial pro-filibuster op/ed.

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Americans Feel Economy Much Worse Than it Is

It turns out “the economy” isn’t just one thing.

Sunday’s Forum

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The Right Finally Joins the Culture War!

Apparently, it’s been a one-sided affair up until now.

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Infrastructure Bill Passes! Dems in Array?

Three days late, $1.2 billion long.

Saturday’s Forum

Election 2021 in Context: Looking at Electorates

The electoral calendar affects who the electorate is.

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Election Results Validate Everyone’s Priors

Too woke! Not woke enough!

Election 2021 Context, Part 2: Virginia

Going back to 1977 (there’s a pattern).

Thursday’s Forum

Election 2021 Context, Part 1: New Jersey

Providing a little bit of electoral history.

Atlanta Braves Win World Series

The city’s second major championship was among the most improbable.

Youngkin, GOP Sweep Virginia

It’s usually more effective to run for something rather than against someone.

Democrats Have Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Running against Trump didn’t work this year.