Bernie Sanders on the ‘Aggressiveness Among the Ruling Class’ Bernie Sanders on the ‘Aggressiveness Among the Ruling Class’
The “money power” is on the march in our politics and the Vermont senator says the message of the billionaies is clear: “We want it all. And now we can buy it.&rd...
Jun 8, 2012 / John Nichols
The Lessons of Wisconsin The Lessons of Wisconsin
The depressing defeat of the recall suggests that “money power” cannot be easily thwarted, even by determined “people power.”
Jun 6, 2012 / John Nichols
Recall Campaign Against Scott Walker Fails Recall Campaign Against Scott Walker Fails
The Wisconsin recall attempt offers profound lessons for a nation that is wrestling with how to counter corporate power in a post–Citizens United world.
Jun 6, 2012 / John Nichols
A Wisconsin Recall FAQ A Wisconsin Recall FAQ
After sixteen months of wrangling, anti-labor Governor Scott Walker finally faces his accountability moment.
Jun 5, 2012 / John Nichols
Scott Walker Tries to Buy an Election—and a State Scott Walker Tries to Buy an Election—and a State
Only massive fundraising from out-of-state donors has made Wisconsin’s anti-labor governor a competitor in Tuesday’s recall election. It’s money power versus peop...
Jun 2, 2012 / John Nichols
Seven Rather Pointed Questions for Scott Walker Seven Rather Pointed Questions for Scott Walker
The embattled governor faces the last debate of Wisconsin’s recall fight. He should answer questions about lies to Congress, a corruption probe and whether he supported recal...
May 31, 2012 / John Nichols
Scott Walker’s Recall Hypocrisy Scott Walker’s Recall Hypocrisy
Two years ago, Scott Walker hailed recalls as ”an extraordinary thing” and said they were “about hope.” Now, he condemns citizens for using the power ...
May 29, 2012 / John Nichols
House Members Seek Answers From Scott Walker Amid New Evidence of Lying to Congress House Members Seek Answers From Scott Walker Amid New Evidence of Lying to Congress
Three members of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee have asked the controversial Wisconsin governor whether he wants to withdraw tainted testimony.
May 25, 2012 / John Nichols
Scott Walker’s Southern Strategy Aligns Him With ‘Union Buster’ Nikki Haley Scott Walker’s Southern Strategy Aligns Him With ‘Union Buster’ Nikki Haley
The embattled Wisconsin governor brings in South Carolina governor, top proponent of right-to-work laws, and Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, top proponent of corporate raidin...
May 24, 2012 / John Nichols
Members of Congress Want to Know: Did Scott Walker Lie Under Oath? Members of Congress Want to Know: Did Scott Walker Lie Under Oath?
A Nation analysis of Scott Walker’s testimony to the House Oversight Committee—and video evidence—lead key members to demand an explanation from the anti-lab...
May 22, 2012 / John Nichols