Campaigns and Elections

Presidential Prospect or Not, Elizabeth Warren Has a Lesson for Democrats

Presidential Prospect or Not, Elizabeth Warren Has a Lesson for Democrats Presidential Prospect or Not, Elizabeth Warren Has a Lesson for Democrats

She's teaching her party how to take the events of a moment and weave them into a narrative that addresses the fundamental challenges facing the country.

Apr 8, 2014 / Blog / John Nichols

McCutcheon’s Big Winner: Media Corporations… but Not Journalism

McCutcheon’s Big Winner: Media Corporations… but Not Journalism McCutcheon’s Big Winner: Media Corporations… but Not Journalism

Eric with the latest reviews and Reed on the McCutcheon ruling.

Apr 8, 2014 / Blog / Eric Alterman and Reed Richardson

Wall Street Targets GOP Critic of Big Money and Big Banks for Primary Defeat

Wall Street Targets GOP Critic of Big Money and Big Banks for Primary Defeat Wall Street Targets GOP Critic of Big Money and Big Banks for Primary Defeat

North Carolina Congressman Walter Jones is a conservative backer of fair elections. Big Money wants him out of the House.

Apr 7, 2014 / Blog / John Nichols

This Week in ‘Nation’ History: Since FDR We’ve Been Fighting To Get Money Out of Politics

This Week in ‘Nation’ History: Since FDR We’ve Been Fighting To Get Money Out of Politics This Week in ‘Nation’ History: Since FDR We’ve Been Fighting To Get Money Out of Politics

The struggle for genuine reform is in the noblest traditions of this magazine.

Apr 5, 2014 / Blog / Katrina vanden Heuvel

Why Jeb Bush Isn’t Actually a Safe GOP Choice for 2016

Why Jeb Bush Isn’t Actually a Safe GOP Choice for 2016 Why Jeb Bush Isn’t Actually a Safe GOP Choice for 2016

The former Florida governor’s involvement with Lehman Brothers may have caused his state to lose hundreds of millions of dollars.

Apr 3, 2014 / The Christie Watch / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

A Resounding Vote Against Koch Brothers Dollarocracy

A Resounding Vote Against Koch Brothers Dollarocracy A Resounding Vote Against Koch Brothers Dollarocracy

The Supreme Court may want more money in politics, but the American people do not. Wisconsin towns, villages and cities overwhelmingly back a call to amend big money out of politic...

Apr 3, 2014 / Blog / John Nichols

The McCutcheon Decision Is Disastrous—Here’s How You Can Fight Back

The McCutcheon Decision Is Disastrous—Here’s How You Can Fight Back The McCutcheon Decision Is Disastrous—Here’s How You Can Fight Back

Join the growing movement in support of a constitutional amendment overturning Citizens United and ending the ever-growing influx of big money into our politics.

Apr 2, 2014 / Take Action / NationAction

With ‘McCutcheon’ Ruling, An Activist Court Opts for Full-On Plutocracy

With ‘McCutcheon’ Ruling, An Activist Court Opts for Full-On Plutocracy With ‘McCutcheon’ Ruling, An Activist Court Opts for Full-On Plutocracy

By striking down limits on aggregate campaign donations, the Supreme Court just supercharged the influence and reach of wealthy campaign donors.

Apr 2, 2014 / Blog / John Nichols

Voters See Criminality and Nepotism as the Price of Effective Governance in India

Voters See Criminality and Nepotism as the Price of Effective Governance in India Voters See Criminality and Nepotism as the Price of Effective Governance in India

When Indians go to the polls starting April 7th, the country’s system of democracy will be at risk.

Apr 1, 2014 / Barbara Crossette

How to Vote Against the Koch Brothers

How to Vote Against the Koch Brothers How to Vote Against the Koch Brothers

Communities nationwide are calling for a constitutional amendment to get big money out of politics. On Tuesday, Wisconsin towns will join the fight.

Mar 31, 2014 / Blog / John Nichols

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