National Politics

When Cruelty Becomes Our National Character

"Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities" - Voltaire

Jul 2 •

Who Cracked the Latino Working Class Code: Mamdani or Gallego?

The way to win Latino voters isn't left, right, or center—it's bottom vs. top, outsider vs. insider, and have-not vs. have.

Jun 30 •

The Democrats Just Had Their Tea Party Moment

The NYC Mayors race was a populist revolt not an ideological victory - Can Democrats avert the disaster that’s befallen Republicans?

Jun 25 •

Could you prove your US citizenship if stopped by ICE?

It’s harder than you think. Journalist Jack Herrera has uncovered some disturbing facts.

Jun 24 •

Subject: Leveraging Republican Infighting — Time to Break the "Napoleon Rule"

Jun 19 •

Has Senator Alex Padilla Emerged as the First National Latino Leader?

Latinos are experiencing a common moment beyond nationality, generations and languages. Padilla seems to be meeting the moment.

Jun 17 •

5:30

Why Los Angeles Became the Flashpoint for Resistance

Forty years of federal failure created a common culture of inclusive immigration. Trump is learning you can’t deport culture.

Jun 17 •

"No Kings" Protest Turnout the Biggest in Decades

Trump has awakened a mighty people.

Jun 14 •

1:47

How to Stay Safe and Effective at Tomorrow's "No Kings" Protests

“Protest is an act of love, not one of anger.” — U.S. Rep. John Lewis

Jun 14 •

The Fighter Democrats Have Been Waiting For

How Gavin Newsom cracked the code on taking on Trump

Jun 11 •

Is Mexico's Judicial Reform a Democratic Innovation or Constitutional Crisis?

Is Mexico's judicial reform an attempt to undermine democracy with….democracy?

Jun 3 •

Ukraine and Zelensky Pull an Ace Card

Trump learns that you should never underestimate the odds of a free people's courage and determination.

Jun 2 •

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