Despite Roadblocks, Journalism Is Doing Its First Amendment Job
Despite political pressure and legacy media's decline, digital platforms ensure press freedom survives to keep American voters informed for democracy.
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Hopeful News from the Front Lines of Our ‘Hail Mary' Fight to Limit Global Warming
Climate headlines are grim, but under the radar, clean energy breakthroughs are sweeping the globe. Here is why the fight for Earth's future is far from lost.
Will Trump Serve All Four Years of His Term? Or Will...
Explore personal thoughts on whether Donald Trump will finish his White House term, looking at political scenarios, conventions, and removal possibilities.
The Shame of U.S. Infrastructure. And It Could Get Worse. Soon.
America's infrastructure is falling behind global rivals. Congress risks letting key funding expire—here is why urgent action is needed right now today.
Foreigners Meddling in U.S. Elections? Yes! Russians for Trump in 2016. Remember?
Foreign interference in the 2016 election wasn’t just a solo Russian effort. The ad targeting and local nuances were simply too clever to pull off alone.
The Big Problem With Small Political Donor Email $$$ Raising
Big donors have long shaped politics. Now relentless fundraising risks driving away the small donors campaigns need most to keep democracy healthy for all.
The Smithsonian Tells The Truth.You Got A Problem With That?
The story of Polly Cooper and the Oneida Nation shows why preserving the Smithsonian's honest telling of America's history matters to every American today.
July 4: Valentine's Day for Democracy
July 4 is more than a holiday. It's a reminder of why voting matters, how democracy endures, and what America's founding ideals still ask of every generation.
November Election Will Pit Greedy Wealth Against Very Angry Voters
As billionaire wealth and political power reach unprecedented levels, angry voters may be ready to challenge the influence of America's richest elites.
We’re Awash In Political News, and That’s A Problem
We’re awash in political news long before elections begin. Discover how nonstop media coverage fuels campaigns, voter fatigue, and distorts public debate.