Occasionally, individuals inquire about my preferred politicians to write about throughout the years. Among them, Bill Richardson, the former governor of New Mexico and longstanding congressman, consistently ranks near the top of my list. I had the opportunity to mention this to Richardson himself, to which he immediately inquired about his position—”Top 10? Top three? …
Former President Donald Trump has faced a relentless onslaught of bad news this year, with multiple indictments and felony charges piling up against him. In contrast, President Joe Biden has enjoyed mostly positive news, with controlled inflation, steady job growth, and a recovering stock market. Despite this, national polls and swing state surveys consistently show …
Russia Desk: Prigozhin’s Predictable End According to The Guardian journalists Andrew Roth and Pjotr Sauer, many “Russia insiders” are not surprised by the demise of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the former head of the Wagner Group. The real question for these insiders is how he managed to defy Putin and survive for so long. Prigozhin’s refusal to …
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 …
Former President Donald Trump made headlines last night with an unexpected visit to Georgia, where he was photographed and fingerprinted like a common criminal. This moment instantly thrust him back into the Republican spotlight. It was hard to look away from the spectacle, even for those who may have wanted to. It’s not every day …
In the current phase of the presidential campaign, there has been considerable attention given to Ron DeSantis’ severely conservative politics and his ineptitude as a campaigner. However, what has been overshadowed is the astonishing extent of his allegedly legal corruption. DeSantis has demonstrated an impressive ability to leverage the power of government to generate funds …
Monica Hesse, a young reporter, once covered the story of Unique Harris, a 24-year-old single mom who disappeared from her DC apartment in 2010. Despite the absence of a body, a recent breakthrough led to the conviction of a suspect for her murder. Hesse, in her article for the Washington Post, reflects on how …
In the aftermath of every new indictment, Donald Trump and his supporters have swiftly launched attacks on the case. Their main argument revolves around the idea that prosecutors are treating Trump’s actions as criminal when they were simply part of normal political work. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, for instance, referred to the recent indictment in …
Country music, the timeless genre that evokes nostalgia, tradition, and southern charm, is currently experiencing a new wave of popularity. In an unprecedented event, the top three songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart are all country songs. This surge in popularity can be attributed to the increasing embrace of streaming by both country music …
When Keir Starmer sought to address the Labour Party’s stance on sex and gender, he took a unique approach. Instead of delivering a standard speech or hosting a press conference, the leader of Britain’s main opposition party opted for a quieter strategy. He allowed Anneliese Dodds, a shadow minister with less public visibility, to announce …