Donald Trump Removed From Maine Ballot

Another state has declared him an insurrectionist.

Haley and the Politics of Slavery [Updated with Video]

Why can’t some of us handle the truth?

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The Internet Isn’t Dead

It’s just resting.

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Trump v. Biden

Economic Chart Edition.

TikTok and the Israel-Hamas War

The popular app is influencing the opinions of its young user base.

Immigration Roiling Politics Globally

Those seeking to escape the global south are facing resistance from DC to London to Paris.

Guiliani Ordered to Pay $148 Million

A Pyrrhic victory in one of many cases against America’s mayor.

US Alone In Support For Israel War Effort

World opinion and American opinion diverge significantly.

This is Fascistic

Another sad data point about current politics.

What Next in Gaza?

The cease-fire will end. What follows is not at all clear.

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Old Man Biden and Young Would-Be Voters

The President has tepid support in the 18-29 demographic.

The (American) Politics of Israel-Palestine

Pick a side. No nuance allowed.

Israeli Ground Offensive Underway

What comes next is anyone’s guess.

House GOP Drowning [UPDATED]

In a bathtub?

Misleading Headline of the Day

Demonstrators once again breached Hill security.

Will Jim Jordan Bullying Backfire?

Will at least four Republicans have a spine?

House Leadership Crisis Continues [Updated]

Jim Jordan is trying to bully his way into office. It almost certainly won’t work.

Israeli Strikes Kill Hamas Commander, Women, and Children

Ali Qadhi, who led the terrorist attack on Israel last week, has been killed by the IDF. So have fleeing civilians.

“David Duke Without the Baggage”

Some thoughts on the Speaker contest.

Israel-Hamas War Update

The killing goes on.

Israel at War: It’s a Reckoning

A roundup of news and opinon.

Israel at War after Gaza Attack

The 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur war sees a re-escalation.

Politics as Sport

The game is the game.

Laphonza Butler Tapped to Replace Feinstein

The Emily’s list leader will be the first Black lesbian in the Senate.

Ukraine Taking The War to Russia

The tables have turned.

The Senate Dress Code

Much ado about nothing?

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson Suddenly a Republican

Another illustration of the weakness of the American party system.

Enshittification of Streaming

How something so promising became so frustrating.

Biden Administration Overstepped Bounds on Social Media Pressure

The 5th Circuit upholds a lower court ruling but narrows its scope considerably.

When Work Interferes With Work

The push to return to the office comes with domestic consequences.

Jimmy Buffett, 1946-2023

The Gulf and Western singer, songwriter, and mogul has died at 76.

When Allies Become Heretics

Call-out culture has become a circular firing squad.

GOP Debate Most-Watched Show on TV

A surpringly large number tuned in to see people who won’t be the nominee.

First Republican Debate of 2024 Season

Vivek Ramaswamy’s national coming out party was, well, interesting.

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Ukraine May Fall Short

Yet more leaked intelligence gives a gloomy forecast.

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Why America’s News Networks Are So Bad

It’s Nixon’s fault?

Trump vs. Bankman-Fried

A seeming case of unequal justice.

Trump Vows to ‘Come After’ Foes

If you thought the first term was bad, you ain’t seen nothing yet.

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The Good Old Days

Back when people were kinder and man’s word was his bond.

Democratic Majority Emerging After All?

Today’s youth cohort might actually vote.

Disinformation and Free Speech

How far should the government be able to go?

The Two-Income Trap

It’s just as possible to live on one income as it was in 1970. But not really.

Wagner Mercenaries in Rebellion

A stupid move by a crackpot? Or a turning point?

Life During Cultural Wartime

Never waste a tragedy.

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Should We Trade Our Smartphones for Flip Phones?

As much as we complain about them, they’ve become indispensable for most of us.

The Emotional Labor Of Debating In Good Faith

In a world of fixed positions, is debating in good faith really worth it?

Political Polarization and Marriage

Young Americans are increasingly ruling out those of the other party.

Violent Rhetoric: Legal But Dangerous

Politicians and other thought leaders are playing with fire.

The Threat of Political Violence

Separating rhetoric from action.