Politics

Before We Even Begin to Have a Conversation About Forgiving Brett Kavanaugh

Before We Even Begin to Have a Conversation About Forgiving Brett Kavanaugh Before We Even Begin to Have a Conversation About Forgiving Brett Kavanaugh

Christine Blasey Ford has come forward with highly credible allegations of sexual assault that deserve a full airing and much reflection.

Sep 17, 2018 / Katha Pollitt

Kavanaugh hearing protests

Why You Should Engage in Nonviolent Civil Disobedience on Monday Why You Should Engage in Nonviolent Civil Disobedience on Monday

Stopping Brett Kavanaugh will require our bodies and souls.

Sep 17, 2018 / Ady Barkan

Jimmie Akesson

Is the ‘Swedish Model’ of Social Democracy Endangered? Is the ‘Swedish Model’ of Social Democracy Endangered?

The rise of the right-wing populist Sweden Democrats is stunning—but the Social Democrats have been losing ground for decades.

Sep 17, 2018 / Lars Trägårdh

Is Donald Trump’s Downfall Hidden in His Tax Returns?

Is Donald Trump’s Downfall Hidden in His Tax Returns? Is Donald Trump’s Downfall Hidden in His Tax Returns?

The president might just be a one-man version of that once-renowned company, Enron.

Sep 17, 2018 / Nomi Prins

Honorable Brett Kavanaugh

Now Is the Time to Hold Real Hearings on the Kavanaugh Nomination Now Is the Time to Hold Real Hearings on the Kavanaugh Nomination

Shocking allegations about the Supreme Court nominee’s past must be reviewed—along with evidence that he has repeatedly lied to the Senate.

Sep 17, 2018 / John Nichols

Brett Kavanaugh Laughing

How the US Supreme Court Lost Its Legitimacy How the US Supreme Court Lost Its Legitimacy

The far right has long sought to limit access to authentic democratic governance. It’s succeeding.

Sep 17, 2018 / Lawrence Weschler

Brett Kavanaugh confirmation frown

Brett Kavanaugh’s Role in Schemes to Politicize the Judiciary Should Disqualify Him Brett Kavanaugh’s Role in Schemes to Politicize the Judiciary Should Disqualify Him

The Trump nominee is trying to bury his connection with one of Karl Rove’s ugliest gambits.

Sep 14, 2018 / John Nichols

Ayanna Pressley Supporters

Expanding the Pipeline for Progressive Talent Expanding the Pipeline for Progressive Talent

If Democrats win big in November, they will need an infusion of new policy staffers.

Sep 14, 2018 / James Carden

Trump Talks to Journalists

Who’s Afraid of Impeachment? Who’s Afraid of Impeachment?

Hint: It’s not the American people.

Sep 14, 2018 / Mark Hertsgaard

Alessandra Biaggi

Big Wins by Down-Ballot Progressives Are Going to Transform New York Politics Big Wins by Down-Ballot Progressives Are Going to Transform New York Politics

Insurgents did not win statewide races, but they brought down six former IDC incumbents.

Sep 14, 2018 / John Nichols

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