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Back in 2004, Thomas Frank’s book What’s the Matter with Kansas? elevated the state as the textbook case of how the Republican party has been able to leverage a platform of conservative social values to sway the electorate to vote against its economic interests.  Railing against abortion, affirmative action, big government, elitism, political correctness, and … Continue reading "Opinion: Kansas and Kentucky Show Support For Public Education: A Key For 2020 Democrats"

The cult-like worship of Donald Trump by the Republican Party's base is a terrifying new development in American politics.

Democrats have been able to walk and chew gum at the same time when it comes to fulfilling their promises and holding Trump accountable for his conduct. 

Donald Trump has had historically low support since taking office in 2017, but impeachment is likely to send those numbers plummeting into the cellar.

Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) threatened Republican Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia after he refused to appoint Trump's choice to fill the state's US Senate vacancy.

Trump told the troops that he is working on a cease-fire in Afghanistan, which according to all parties involved doesn't exist.

I had my green card renewed this past Monday, without incident. The entire process took 15 minutes. That’s privilege at work. I’m a college-educated white woman and I was processed in Virginia by a staff who did more to promote the greatness of America during those fifteen minutes than the entire Trump administration has done … Continue reading "Opinion: Broken Immigration System Blames Those Who Lack Privilege For Its Failings"