Texas activists combine social media with old-school tactics to resist conservative agenda
Intersectional movements are helping the left gain ground, not just play defense.
One year later: The political cancer metastasizes
America was never what it had purported to be.
Trump’s chaotic response to coronavirus & what’s next for Democrats
The Trump administration’s response has been to deny, blame, obfuscate, and generally cover up.
Aleppo Rebels were defeated because they alienated Syrians
Syria is much more diverse a country than it might seem from cold social statistics.
House rejects standalone Israel aid bill amid progressive opposition and humanitarian concerns
The failure of the Israel aid bill in the House came amidst broader legislative struggles to pass critical foreign aid.
Obama banned Arctic and Atlantic offshore drilling and Big Oil isn’t happy
Big Oil hopes that the Trump administration will reverse the decision.
Girding for the education fight ahead
“If progressive education … is to be effective over the next several years, it will have to focus strategically on statehouses, school boards, city councils, and mayoral races.”
Trump backtracks on birth control stance amid growing reproductive rights battle
His comments suggested a possible shift towards state-level decision-making on birth control policies.
Progressives must fight with — and in — the Democratic Party
The last thing we need are fresh examples of powerful politicians opting for self-serving actions over democratic principles.
Twelve movies about American demagoguery to watch this weekend
Bored with the transfer of presidential power? Here's an alternative viewing list of great films.