Politics

It Is Very American to Ask if the Presidency Should Be Passed Between Entitled Families

It Is Very American to Ask if the Presidency Should Be Passed Between Entitled Families It Is Very American to Ask if the Presidency Should Be Passed Between Entitled Families

Martin O’Malley raises a fine concern about Bush-versus-Clinton politics.

Mar 30, 2015 / John Nichols

Harry Reid’s Replacement Must Be Progressive and Effective

Harry Reid’s Replacement Must Be Progressive and Effective Harry Reid’s Replacement Must Be Progressive and Effective

Of course, Elizabeth Warren should be considered, but so should Sherrod Brown and Jeff Merkley.

Mar 27, 2015 / John Nichols

No, Elizabeth Warren Probably Shouldn’t Be Senate Majority Leader

No, Elizabeth Warren Probably Shouldn’t Be Senate Majority Leader No, Elizabeth Warren Probably Shouldn’t Be Senate Majority Leader

It's a tempting idea, but elevating Warren to the top Senate post is Mission Impossible.

Mar 27, 2015 / George Zornick

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Does it Matter Why the Right Wants Criminal-Justice Reform? Does it Matter Why the Right Wants Criminal-Justice Reform?

Many reformers on the left are optimistic that this time, bipartisan consensus will tilt in a progressive direction.

Mar 27, 2015 / Zoë Carpenter

This Is What a ‘People’s Budget’ Looks Like

This Is What a ‘People’s Budget’ Looks Like This Is What a ‘People’s Budget’ Looks Like

The Congressional Progressive Caucus’s alternative budget was the best proposal. But only ninety-six Democrats backed it.

Mar 26, 2015 / John Nichols

How California Voters Got So Smart on Crime

How California Voters Got So Smart on Crime How California Voters Got So Smart on Crime

Reform advocates are making a compelling case for policies that take aim at mass incarceration.

Mar 26, 2015 / Sasha Abramsky

The Coal Industry Is Imploding. Why Is it Still So Powerful in Washington?

The Coal Industry Is Imploding. Why Is it Still So Powerful in Washington? The Coal Industry Is Imploding. Why Is it Still So Powerful in Washington?

As its battle against the Obama administration’s Clean Power Plan intensifies, Big Coal is getting a lot of help from friends in high places.

Mar 25, 2015 / Zoë Carpenter

A Rare Victory for Black Voting Rights in the South

A Rare Victory for Black Voting Rights in the South A Rare Victory for Black Voting Rights in the South

The Supreme Court says GOP-drawn redistricting maps in Alabama may be unconstitutional racial gerrymanders.

Mar 25, 2015 / Ari Berman

Advice for Hillary Clinton on Her Brother’s Bad Judgment

Advice for Hillary Clinton on Her Brother’s Bad Judgment Advice for Hillary Clinton on Her Brother’s Bad Judgment

Tony Rodham’s involvement in a gold-mining operation in Haiti is under scrutiny.

Mar 25, 2015 / John Cavanagh

Tell the Election Success Stories, Too

Tell the Election Success Stories, Too Tell the Election Success Stories, Too

As we look to 2016, it’s important to recognize the positive actions taken toward more democratic elections.

Mar 25, 2015 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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