Politics

Launching ‘Christie Watch’

Launching ‘Christie Watch’ Launching ‘Christie Watch’

The Dreyfusses introduce a new project on Governor Chris Christie, the Tea Party and the 2016 GOP civil war.

Feb 12, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

How Universal Pre-K Could Redistribute Wealth—Right Here, Right Now

How Universal Pre-K Could Redistribute Wealth—Right Here, Right Now How Universal Pre-K Could Redistribute Wealth—Right Here, Right Now

The case for Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan does not actually require copious amounts of data on long-term educational outcomes.

Feb 12, 2014 / Betsy Reed

Why We Need a Bank at the Post Office

Why We Need a Bank at the Post Office Why We Need a Bank at the Post Office

Senator Elizabeth Warren points out that reviving this old institution would provide basic services to millions of underserved Americans.

Feb 12, 2014 / John Nichols

From & Friends

From & Friends From & Friends

Failing upward at the Democratic Leadership Council with Al From.

Feb 11, 2014 / Books & the Arts / Rick Perlstein

Chris Christie Bullies Again

Chris Christie Bullies Again Chris Christie Bullies Again

Despite his claims of a newfound humility, Christie’s intimidation machine keeps humming along.

Feb 11, 2014 / Leslie Savan

Congress Will Restore Military Pension Cuts, But Ignore Federal Workers

Congress Will Restore Military Pension Cuts, But Ignore Federal Workers Congress Will Restore Military Pension Cuts, But Ignore Federal Workers

Congress will soon reverse cuts to military pensions--but civilian workers won't be seeing any such relief. 

Feb 11, 2014 / George Zornick

Toward Better Invisible Primary Press Coverage: Fewer Polls, More Policy

Toward Better Invisible Primary Press Coverage: Fewer Polls, More Policy Toward Better Invisible Primary Press Coverage: Fewer Polls, More Policy

Eric with the latest reviews and Reed on what's wrong with how the media covers the primary. 

Feb 11, 2014 / Eric Alterman and Reed Richardson

How Dick Cheney Became the Most Powerful Vice President in History

How Dick Cheney Became the Most Powerful Vice President in History How Dick Cheney Became the Most Powerful Vice President in History

It was Dick Cheney, more than any other official, who set the terms for the post-9/11 world we all share.

Feb 11, 2014 / Mark Danner

Congressional Republicans Call Obama ‘Lawless’ for Issuing Executive Orders. That’s Just Wrong.

Congressional Republicans Call Obama ‘Lawless’ for Issuing Executive Orders. That’s Just Wrong. Congressional Republicans Call Obama ‘Lawless’ for Issuing Executive Orders. That’s Just Wrong.

Issuing executive orders is nothing new, especially with regard to federal contractors. So why the vitriol?

Feb 11, 2014 / John Nichols

One Month After the Spill, Here Are 5 Things You Need to Know About West Virginia’s Water Crisis

One Month After the Spill, Here Are 5 Things You Need to Know About West Virginia’s Water Crisis One Month After the Spill, Here Are 5 Things You Need to Know About West Virginia’s Water Crisis

West Virginians still have many questions left unanswered.

Feb 11, 2014 / Steven Hsieh

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