Thursday, July 16, 2026

This is not a drill. Fascism is on the ballot. But …

Rather than being for personal absolution, voting is a tool in the political toolbox—if the goal is to avert the worst and improve the chances for constructing a future worthy of humanity.

Progressives must mobilize and persuade – and get better at each

Turning out voters in the progressive base, such as communities of color, women and millennials, as well as talking to voters who don't agree with us, is critical to winning again.

June’s Enormous, Humongous Trade Deficit is Up 9 Percent

The June trade deficit rose from the months prior because of rising imports.

Rep. Maxine Waters calls for firing of Wells Fargo CEO

“Tim Sloan should be getting a pink slip, not a $18.4 million payday.”

Even Trump voters are pissed about losing Obamacare

It still isn’t straightforward as to what the Republicans can actually do to Obamacare without some support from the Democrats.

Missile attack on Syria is a salute to “Russiagate” enthusiasts – whether they like...

The U.S.-led missile attack on Syria before dawn Saturday is the latest benchmark for gauging the effects of continually baiting Trump as a puppet of Russia’s president.

Will the left leverage today’s stock surge/unemployment gap shocker?

Fat cats play the system like hungry lions stalking prey. The progressive challenge is to educate more voters how our predatory system helps the rich get richer.

Bernie Sanders’ son and step-daughter branch into politics

It's a family affair – Levi Sanders announced his bid for Congress in New Hampshire's 1st District, while Carina Driscoll is running for Mayor of Burlington, Vermont.

America is a poor advertisement for democracy

Congressional paralysis, voter suppression, and widespread political polarization all suggest that American democracy is far from exemplary.

Enough hesitation, House: Impeach

"Trump's disregard of the law and all democratic principles cannot be ignored."