The United Automobile Workers’ (UAW) strike against the Big Three manufacturers that commenced today poses a major political vulnerability to President Joe Biden’s clean-energy economy initiative. Despite Biden’s successful passage of three bills promoting clean-energy projects, the majority of green investments and job creation are benefiting red-leaning communities that are typically hostile towards Democrats and …
The Intrigue and Paradox of Team Competition My fondest memories of my early years at sleepaway camp, when I was 10 and 11, revolve around the peculiar tradition of color war. Teams were formed randomly, with no connection to identity, experience, or prior allegiance. It was pure partisan competition. For an entire day, my bunkmates …
The future of progressive politics in America may hinge on the ability of individuals like Chris Murphy, a U.S. senator from a prosperous New England state, to bridge the cultural and political gap with someone like Oliver Anthony. Anthony, a young country singer, recently released a song titled “Rich Men North of Richmond” that resonated …
Aug. 16, 2022 marked a historic moment as President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, ushering in the most significant response to climate change in human history. However, as we commemorate the first anniversary of this achievement, the world is facing a series of alarming climate catastrophes. From scorching summers, with …
The atmosphere at the Iowa State Fair was electric with anticipation. Fairgoers were filled with excitement, eagerly waiting for the appearance of former President Donald Trump at the Steer ‘N Stein restaurant. The crowd stretched as far as the eye could see, as not everyone could fit inside the restaurant. Outside, they formed a massive …
Ben Wikler, the chair of the Wisconsin Democrats, may not be a household name, but he is highly regarded as “the best state chair in the country.” In a small village in Wisconsin, he was greeted with enthusiasm by volunteers who praised his efforts and accomplishments. He rallied these volunteers for a door-knocking campaign in …
It is not surprising that Vice President Kamala Harris has resorted to playing the race card, as it has always been effective against Republicans. However, what is shocking is the number of Republicans who have endorsed Harris’ dishonest attack on Florida. Harris criticized a single sentence in Florida’s African-American history standards, ignoring the context and …
A coalition of Democratic senators has penned a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland in an effort to safeguard the right of patients to travel out-of-state for abortion. They express concern about the increasing attacks on this right, citing Idaho’s recent law that criminalizes assisting minors in obtaining an abortion out-of-state without parental consent. Despite …
Recognizing the increasing prominence of artificial intelligence and the need for digital campaign staffers to master social media platforms, two leading Democratic groups are joining forces to train a skilled team ahead of the 2024 election. Priorities USA, a top Democratic super PAC, is collaborating with Arena, a progressive group focused on diversifying campaign ranks, …
The Democratic Party, a historically progressive force in the United States, is experiencing a shift towards maintaining the status quo. This transition was evident in recent events, as Democrats reacted to Supreme Court rulings on affirmative action and the overturning of Roe v. Wade. They also celebrated the Court’s decision to uphold the Voting Rights …