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November 19, 2015
Can Democratic Socialism Pass the Electability Test? It Already Has
Long before Bernie Sanders, socialists were winning elections—and debates about the direction of the United States.
John Nichols
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November 17, 2015
Democrats Are Right—We’re Not At War With ‘Radical Islam’
Magic words won’t defeat Islamic terrorism. Sound analysis is important.
Joshua Holland
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November 16, 2015
Hillary Clinton’s Best Asset Is Also Her Greatest Liability
Her answers at the Des Moines debate revealed a fluency with complicated global challenges. But can Democrats forgive her Iraq vote?
Joan Walsh
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November 15, 2015
The Second Democratic Debate Was a Great Night for Republicans
The “I’m not that much of a Socialist compared to Eisenhower” debate reminded America of the GOP that was.
John Nichols
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November 15, 2015
Last Night’s Democratic Debate Took Place on a Different Planet
This planet—let’s call it “Earth”—is not just a dangerous place, it’s a complicated one
D.D. Guttenplan
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November 14, 2015
A Different Democratic Debate Will Be Held in the Aftermath of the Paris Attacks
There is a rich American democratic tradition of carrying on with campaigns and elections in challenging moments.
John Nichols
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November 13, 2015
Let’s Make This a Debate About Voting Rights
All the candidates are interested in restoring and renewing voting rights. Let’s clarify their commitments and make this a front-and-center issue.
John Nichols
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November 12, 2015
Postal Workers Endorse Austerity-Foe Bernie Sanders
An endorsement of a longtime foe of privatization who supports postal banking.
John Nichols
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November 10, 2015
Dissent Breaks Out at the Center for American Progress Over Netanyahu’s Visit
At a meeting Friday, about a dozen staffers objected to the liberal think tank’s invitation to the right-wing Israeli prime minister. Here’s what they said.
Ali Gharib and Eli Clifton
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November 10, 2015
Democracy Beats Oligarchy
Last week’s local victories send a powerful signal that our democracy is not for sale.
Katrina vanden Heuvel