Dems Gettin’ Feisty
The Democrats are learning how to fight back, and doing well at it. Continue reading Dems Gettin’ Feisty
Category: Elections
Premature Poll Panic
Lots of time before the election, and polls are just a snapshot of right now, not predictions. Continue reading Premature Poll Panic
It’s Not Just Politics
Be thankful for the privilege of downplaying other people fears Continue reading It’s Not Just Politics
Vintage First Draft: Trump Violates The First Rule Of Litigation
The first rule of litigation: Never piss off the judge. Continue reading Vintage First Draft: Trump Violates The First Rule Of Litigation
They Love Him Like Crazy
Hoping at some point Trump voters return to a little place I like to call reality. Continue reading They Love Him Like Crazy
At Least Try To Understand Biden Voters
The never-ending efforts to “understand” Trump voters, while refusing to understand Biden voters. Continue reading At Least Try To Understand Biden Voters
The Trump Platform: 1, 2 & 3
In 2024 more than ever, who you vote for president may answer what kind of person you are. Continue reading The Trump Platform: 1, 2 & 3
Around The Horn: Climate, Fake Moderates, Gay Office Managers
A lot going on this week. Continue reading Around The Horn: Climate, Fake Moderates, Gay Office Managers
Wet Hot Political Summer
When the climate change-driven weather heats up, so does the political crazy. Continue reading Wet Hot Political Summer
Fishing Season (For Suckers) Has Opened
Third party votes will elect fascists. Continue reading Fishing Season (For Suckers) Has Opened
Some In The Media Still Don’t Get It
On The Atlantic profile of Chris Licht, head of CNN News, and why telling Trump to “go have fun” never is a good idea. Continue reading Some In The Media Still Don’t Get It
The Big Picture
Republicans in disarray, Dark Brandon on the march. Continue reading The Big Picture
With A Whimper, Not A Bang
What we’ve got here is failure to communicate. Continue reading With A Whimper, Not A Bang
Hello, Goodbye
Ron, we hardly knew ye. Continue reading Hello, Goodbye
Impossible Things Are Happening Every Day
Short and long term trends don’t look great for the current iteration of the GOP. Continue reading Impossible Things Are Happening Every Day
Succession Imitates Life
A meditation on the fog of presidential election history. Continue reading Succession Imitates Life
When Right Wing Media Kidnaps Your Relatives
Sympathy for those who have lost loved ones to delusion and hate. Continue reading When Right Wing Media Kidnaps Your Relatives
Giving Sexual Abuse And Insurrection A Platform
CNN fails us all with a perverse idea of fairness Continue reading Giving Sexual Abuse And Insurrection A Platform
The Great Poll Panic Part Infinity
Way too soon to panic over one poll. Continue reading The Great Poll Panic Part Infinity
The Very Early 2024 Favorite
Get on the train, Jack. Continue reading The Very Early 2024 Favorite
The 2024 Election Isn’t About You. It’s About Us.
We have to finish the job–together. Continue reading The 2024 Election Isn’t About You. It’s About Us.
Dianne Feinstein’s Absence Raises A Complicated Issue
A number of factors complicate the question of aging leaders and whether they are still effective. Continue reading Dianne Feinstein’s Absence Raises A Complicated Issue
Malaka Of The Week: The My Pillow Guy
Pay up, Pillow Guy. Continue reading Malaka Of The Week: The My Pillow Guy
What Does Death Mean In America Anymore?
“Pro-Life” seems to really depend on the situation. Continue reading What Does Death Mean In America Anymore?
The Kids Are Alright
There is good political news. Continue reading The Kids Are Alright
They Are Not Hiding It
The GOP’s recent moves are hard to write off – we need to see them for what they are. Continue reading They Are Not Hiding It
The GOP Is Borking The Rust Belt
Recent elections in Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania and even Ohio are not good news for Republicans. Continue reading The GOP Is Borking The Rust Belt
Trump Is The Current GOP Leader, Full Stop
And that is a big problem for the Republican Party to solve. Continue reading Trump Is The Current GOP Leader, Full Stop
The Sinema Show
Krysten Sinema’s move to independent is obviously a political strategy move, but it’s also about the trolling. Continue reading The Sinema Show
The GOP’s Post-Election Plan: More Gaslighting
The GOP is suddenly focused on inclusion, which is why they’re continuing to…checks notes…exclude people. Continue reading The GOP’s Post-Election Plan: More Gaslighting