The Texas Earthquake—Plus, How Socialism Can Work
Steve Phillips examines Gina Hinojosa’s historic victory in Texas, while Bhaskar Sunkara discusses worker control, socialism, and his new book, The Blueprint.
The Texas Earthquake—Plus, How Socialism Can Work
Steve Phillips examines Gina Hinojosa’s historic victory in Texas, while Bhaskar Sunkara discusses worker control, socialism, and his new book, “The Blueprint.”

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Gina Hinojosa’s election as governor of Texas was not only the most unexpected victory oof the midterms but also the one with the most far-reaching significance for American politics. Steve Phillips explains.
Also: how socialism can work in the real world: Bhaskar Sunkara, president of The Nation, explains the centrality of worker control in a market economy. His new co-authored book is The Blueprint.
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Gina Hinojosa takes the stage as she is announced as the next governor of Texas on November 3, 2026, in Austin, Texas.
(Mikala Compton / The Austin American-Statesman via Getty Images)Gina Hinojosa’s election as governor of Texas was not only the most unexpected victory of the midterms but also the one with the most far-reaching significance for American politics. Steve Phillips explains.
Also: How can socialism work in the real world? Bhaskar Sunkara, president of The Nation, explains the centrality of worker control in a market economy. His new, co-authored book is The Blueprint.
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Here's where to find podcasts from The Nation. Political talk without the boring parts, featuring the writers, activists and artists who shape the news, from a progressive perspective.
Gina Hinojosa’s election as governor of Texas was not only the most unexpected victory oof the midterms but also the one with the most far-reaching significance for American politics. Steve Phillips explains.
Also: how socialism can work in the real world: Bhaskar Sunkara, president of The Nation, explains the centrality of worker control in a market economy. His new co-authored book is The Blueprint.
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