Elections

Former U.S. Congresswoman Gabby Giffords and husband Mike Kelly

12 States Where Democrats Could Flip the Senate 12 States Where Democrats Could Flip the Senate

This November, Republicans are in danger of losing seats across the land—especially in Arizona, Colorado, and Georgia.

Jan 23, 2020 / Steve Phillips

Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren after a primary debate

Voter, Beware: Oppo Dump Season Is Upon Us Voter, Beware: Oppo Dump Season Is Upon Us

A former political candidate reflects on how the opposition research sausage gets made.

Jan 23, 2020 / Column / Ross Barkan

Elizabeth Warren We the People Summit

Why I Support Elizabeth Warren for President Why I Support Elizabeth Warren for President

She has demonstrated her ability to win elections, and offers a far more detailed and plausible approach to governing.

Jan 23, 2020 / Richard Parker

Senator Bernie Sanders smiling as he speaks at a campaign event

Why I Support Bernie Sanders for President Why I Support Bernie Sanders for President

He has proven that he can connect and build trust across race, class, and party lines.

Jan 23, 2020 / Zephyr Teachout

Mitch McConnell leaves the Senate chamber on recess from impeachment trial.

McConnell Rules? Not So Much. McConnell Rules? Not So Much.

On day one of the impeachment trial, the Senate majority leader caved on several proposed rules, while Schumer’s pushback gave House impeachment managers many extra hours to make t...

Jan 22, 2020 / Joan Walsh

Impotus

Impotus Impotus

The difficult road to impeachment.

Jan 22, 2020 / OppArt / Sue Coe

There’s a New Playbook for Securing Abortion Access

There’s a New Playbook for Securing Abortion Access There’s a New Playbook for Securing Abortion Access

Recent wins suggest that we are more effective when we proudly proclaim our support for abortion access for all—and defend that position when the attacks come.

Jan 22, 2020 / Andrea Miller

Take Action Now: Fight for Everyone to Be Counted

Take Action Now: Fight for Everyone to Be Counted Take Action Now: Fight for Everyone to Be Counted

Educate your community about the Census, bird-dog the candidates, and host a voter registration drive.

Jan 21, 2020 / NationAction

There Are Bigger Issues for Progressives to Tackle Than Each Other

There Are Bigger Issues for Progressives to Tackle Than Each Other There Are Bigger Issues for Progressives to Tackle Than Each Other

“Progressives unite” should be the 2020 motto.

Jan 21, 2020 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

The ‘New York Times’ ‘Endorsement’ Fails Us All

The ‘New York Times’ ‘Endorsement’ Fails Us All The ‘New York Times’ ‘Endorsement’ Fails Us All

The editorial board’s split endorsement of two candidates—Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar—serves to confuse, not clarify, the 2020 race.

Jan 21, 2020 / John Nichols

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