Congressional Resistance to Trump Begins Now Congressional Resistance to Trump Begins Now
Democrats are fighting eight cabinet nominees and splitting Trump from GOP leadership on domestic issues. They could make a lot of trouble—and they should.
Jan 3, 2017 / Joan Walsh
House Republicans Dive into the Swamp House Republicans Dive into the Swamp
A scheme to gut ethics oversight revealed the true character of GOP members of the House and their so-called leadership.
Jan 3, 2017 / John Nichols
3 Steps for Progressive Resistance and Rebuilding as the Trump Era Launches 3 Steps for Progressive Resistance and Rebuilding as the Trump Era Launches
Ultimately, the party’s fortunes will depend on recruiting a new generation of progressive leaders who can harness the power of social movements and drive it into electoral politic...
Jan 3, 2017 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
A Resolution for 2017: Keep Reminding Trump That He Has No Mandate A Resolution for 2017: Keep Reminding Trump That He Has No Mandate
Republicans opposed Obama and a Democratic Congress that had broad support. Democrats must now oppose Trump and a Republican Congress that lacks it.
Dec 30, 2016 / John Nichols
Keith Ellison Says He Is Ready to Fight for Democracy in North Carolina—and Across America Keith Ellison Says He Is Ready to Fight for Democracy in North Carolina—and Across America
Keith Ellison is right to warn Democrats that a battle in one state has nationwide implications.
Dec 23, 2016 / John Nichols
American Cold Warriors Want to Fight Russia, Not Terrorism American Cold Warriors Want to Fight Russia, Not Terrorism
As terrorists strike again, from Ankara and Berlin to Syria, the US political-media establishment is determined to disqualify Putin as a security partner for President-elect Trump.
Dec 21, 2016 / Stephen F. Cohen
The GOP Is Ready for Tax Reform, but Tax Reform Is Hard The GOP Is Ready for Tax Reform, but Tax Reform Is Hard
Trump’s tax plan will face roadblocks from special interests, internal congressional differences, and just plain old math.
Dec 21, 2016 / David Dayen
Sham Populism, Shameless Plutocracy Sham Populism, Shameless Plutocracy
Almost every legitimate function of the federal government could be subverted by Trump’s wrecking crew.
Dec 20, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The 2016 Progressive Honor Roll The 2016 Progressive Honor Roll
Yes, it’s been an awful year. But the untold story is that grassroots activists have actually frequently prevailed.
Dec 20, 2016 / Feature / John Nichols
Cold War Hysteria vs. US National Security Cold War Hysteria vs. US National Security
Allegations that Putin “stole” the election for Trump further prevent the urgent discussion needed to cope with grave new Cold War dangers.
Dec 15, 2016 / Stephen F. Cohen