Governor Cuomo, Sexual Harassment, and Senator Gillibrand’s Silence Governor Cuomo, Sexual Harassment, and Senator Gillibrand’s Silence
Though she positioned herself as a warrior for women’s rights, the New York senator hasn’t exactly been a profile in courage.
Mar 1, 2021 / Alexis Grenell
Kirsten Gillibrand Leaves the 2020 Race With No Apologies Kirsten Gillibrand Leaves the 2020 Race With No Apologies
The candidate who ran on being “brave” had the courage to see that she had no path to the nomination. Here’s hoping some of the men with similar poll numbers soon do the same.
Aug 29, 2019 / Joan Walsh
This Is What Happens When More Than One Woman Is Running for President This Is What Happens When More Than One Woman Is Running for President
When Kirsten Gillibrand and Kamala Harris teamed up to push Joe Biden on his stands on women’s issues, it was uncomfortable. But it was long past time.
Aug 1, 2019 / Joan Walsh
Was Al Franken Railroaded? Was Al Franken Railroaded?
The evidence only partially exonerates the former senator, whose lack of contrition contributed to his downfall.
Jul 24, 2019 / Jeet Heer
The Second Democratic Debate Proved That Bernie Really Has Transformed the Party The Second Democratic Debate Proved That Bernie Really Has Transformed the Party
His ideas now frame the debate in the Democratic Party—an extraordinary victory for progressives
Jun 28, 2019 / Robert L. Borosage
Kirsten Gillibrand’s Journey to the Left Kirsten Gillibrand’s Journey to the Left
Joan Walsh on the candidate, Eric Foner on Reconstruction, and Amy Wilentz on Jared Kushner.
Apr 11, 2019 / Podcast / Start Making Sense and Jon Wiener
Kirsten Gillibrand Has Led the Fight to Maintain Civilian Control of the Military Kirsten Gillibrand Has Led the Fight to Maintain Civilian Control of the Military
As a presidential contender, the New York senator can and should highlight her vital struggles for Pentagon accountability.
Mar 18, 2019 / John Nichols