Matthew J. Parker: Witchcraft Recall
What if the numerous investigations into Trump, all of which he claims are witch hunts, were literal witch hunts, and thus governed under the time-honored draconian standards that history dictates?
Video: Mary Beard | Women in Power
The Western world’s demonization of women in power can be traced back to Ancient Greece, argues the celebrated UK classicist Mary Beard.
Thom Hartman: How America Broke Up With The Democratic Party
Many grassroots Democrats separated from their party in the 1990s, and the 2020 election may be the last chance to save the marriage.
Marc Jampole: Who Should the Democrats nominate for President?
The Democrats are blessed with a large number of candidates whose experience, politics and personality make them qualified to assume the office of the presidency. Even if we rule out … Continue reading
Ken Levy: Sorry, But It’s Entirely the Right’s Fault
Many commentators are suggesting that both right and left are equally to blame for all the polarization between them. They’re wrong. The reason for all the bitterness between left and … Continue reading
Adam Johnson: Action Alert — With Sleazy Innuendo, NYT Lays Virginia Attack at Bernie Sanders’ Feet
New York Times reporter Yamiche Alcindor (6/14/17) started with a false premise and patched together a dodgy piece of innuendo and guilt-by-association in order to place the blame for a … Continue reading
John Samuel Tieman: On Love and Sacrifice
What I hate about Trump, and folks like Trump, is this. He doesn’t debate immigration policy. He hates Mexicans. He doesn’t debate theology. He hates Muslims. He doesn’t hate poverty. … Continue reading
Alexandra Dos Santos: We Don’t Care About the Young People
The Young People — it’s a label I’ve seen used to dismiss an entire generation as hopelessly naive and ignorant. The Young People don’t know how to communicate; they’re always … Continue reading
W.J. Astore: Hillary Clinton versus Donald Trump this fall?
Tuesday’s primary results suggest it’s Hillary Clinton versus Donald Trump come this fall. What does this mean for America? Hillary is the easiest to gauge. She’s been in politics for … Continue reading
Patricia A. Nugent: Give Me Hill!
I’m uncomfortable when people pronounce Bernie Sanders unelectable. It unfairly dismisses his followers’ potential to succeed and short-circuits his right to promote his platform. If he’s the nominee, I want … Continue reading
Marc Jampole: Clinton is the better choice
When I think of Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton, I always imagine an enormous rock that weighs thousands of tons and symbolizes American society. Bernie and Hillary are charged with … Continue reading
W.J. Astore: The 2016 Presidential Candidates in a Word
Continuing our election coverage, I thought I’d try to sum up each major candidate with a single word (excluding profanities). I encourage readers to submit your own words for each … Continue reading
Sarah Lazare: Bernie Nabs Double-Digit Lead in NH as Women Ditch Clinton for Surging Sanders
Is former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s support among women crumbling? Less than one month out from the first primary in the United States, Senator Bernie Sanders now has a … Continue reading
Marc Jampole: Bill Clinton’s sexual past vs. Donald Trump’s sexism
Why Bill Clinton’s sexual past is not an issue in the presidential campaign, but Donald Trump’s sexism is. Republicans are very clear that they intend to make Bill Clinton’s past … Continue reading
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