Democrats need more democracy, not less
The Democratic Party’s problem isn’t that it’s too democratic. It’s that it’s not democratic enough, yet.
‘Genius’ shut-down exposes Trump ‘fix-ations’
Trump can’t fix anything, certainly not his own credibility and lost leverage, and that makes his tenure a fusillade of fixations repeated ad infinitum.
How data-driven storytelling helps good causes get funded
Nonprofits play a crucial role in holding communities together, and combining powerful stories with real data is essential to securing the support they need to continue making a difference.
So much for the idea that Biden is the one to beat the GOP...
Biden's electoral future should be taken off the national table, so we can proceed with focused discussions of crucial issues on their merits.
The US is preparing for an unwinnable war against China
Make no mistake: This is not another small play of some far-away war game. This is a big deal.
Iran’s 10-point plan is still a workable basis for negotiations
There is a simple way to avoid one of the most destructive elements in recent failed negotiations with Iran
I went to see Superman as an escape from reality—reality was still there
At the end of the day, Superman is a story about hope—even when it feels like the world is against you.
A marriage made in hell: Trump, Bannon and “the Muslim ban”
Trump and his inner circle seem intent on using the cudgel of the executive to diminish the clout of the judiciary and the Congress.
How the rich get richer: Evade taxation, grease trillion-dollar tax breaks, jack interest rates,...
In class and status-conscious, materialistic America (was it ever otherwise?), scoring net worth is easier than figuring out messy election results.
What are republics, exactly? It’s a good time to learn
Republican ideals have evolved over millennia, shaping governance across the globe. Modern republics continue to adapt, but face challenges in upholding their foundational principles.