Enough About Smugness Already
Andrew Sullivan: “Liberals have to be careful not to sound so fucking condescending, smug, as if they know…
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The Twitter Age of the Presidency
New research looks at the content and frequency of presidential candidates’ Twitter activity in 2016. By Seth Masket…
The Stress of a Trump Presidency Is Harming Sexual and Reproductive Health
For many women, the physical toll of the current administration is chipping away at their reproductive health. By…
Does the State Party Matter?
Historically, state parties were the centers of partisan and campaign organization. When focus shifted to national contests and…
Are People Losing Faith in Democracy?
A new analysis of popular opinion in 49 nations shows increasing acceptance of authoritarian rulers. By Tom Jacobs…
Is the Trump Administration Skirting Its Own Ethics Rules?
The hiring of three former lobbyists to work in the White House raises questions about the president’s executive…
The Case for Democratic Recklessness
Democrats may place a greater value on a functioning government than Republicans do—and that’s commendable—but it’s putting the…
The Presidency Does Not Moderate the President
History suggests Trump will never reach out to people who didn’t support him. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Joe…
Trump’s Approval Ratings Have Finally Stabilized, but What Does That Mean?
It’s possible that Trump is operating close to his ceiling right now—and it’s a very low ceiling. By…
The Effectiveness of Obama’s Oratory
Barack Obama will long stand out among contemporary presidents for the strength of his speeches, especially since he…