The Miracle of Trump: Why Did Evangelicals Deliver the Votes for a Sinner?
A lot of people prefer to think in terms of miracles rather than contemplating the boots-on-the-ground work of…
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To Resist Trump, Change the Narrative
The racial resentment that fueled his candidacy is rooted in tales that portray certain groups as threatening. We need new stories, one political scientist says.
Did Democrats Lose the Election Because They Were Too Condescending?
The idea that Democrats are somehow the elitist party goes back decades, at least to Franklin D. Roosevelt’s…
Can the Democrats Be as Stubborn as Mitch McConnell?
If Chuck Schumer and his Senate Democrats choose a path of obstructing President Trump’s agenda, they will have…
What to Make of Trump’s First Week in the White House?
What to make of Donald Trump’s first week in the White House? Disorganized mess or devious genius?
Conservatives Plot Their Course in State Capitals Around the Country
Meeting in private, enthused activists promise that the growing Republican dominance in state government will unleash a wave…
The Women’s March and the Triumph of the Won’t
The Women’s March on Washington overshadowed Trump’s inauguration. Here’s why that matters. By Laurie Penny A protester holds…
The Beginning of a Movement: Who Was This Past Weekend’s Women’s March for?
Was it for Donald Trump? Other legislators across the country, especially Republican members of Congress? Ourselves? By Seth…
What Does a Trump Presidency Look Like for Minorities Who Moved Out of Red States?
Leaving a conservative bubble behind doesn’t mean escaping it for good. But even in the face of a…
Barack Obama, Overperformer
As we consider Obama’s legacy and decide just how good a president he was, it’s helpful to remember…