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Robots Are About to Take Most Jobs; Then What?
As humanoid robots enter our homes and factories, mass workforce displacement is no longer theoretical. Explore policy solutions for an automated future.
Add Florida's Senate Campaign to The Toss Up Column
Can Angie Nixon shock the political establishment? Here is why Florida's U.S. Senate race could move from solid red to a competitive toss-up by November.
Labor Day Holiday Notice: See You After the Break!
Quick Labor Day 2026 update: Joining the crowd for a short vacation break. We will be back with new updates on September 3! Have a great holiday weekend.
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.
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.
The Threat Behind Trump's Claims of Vote Rigging
Trump's vote rigging claims persist despite years without evidence. This commentary explores the risks they pose to democracy, elections, and public trust.
A Little Known Act of One U.S. Senator's Heroism; Others, Take Note
Inside the Pentagon Papers episode, Senator Mike Gravel and staff risked arrest to enter classified Vietnam War documents into the Congressional Record.
Hawaii Just Voted to End Citizens United; Others May Quickly Follow
Hawaii passed a law challenging Citizens United, launching a growing state movement to curb corporate political spending across America in multiple states.
Will GOP Drive The Getaway Car forTrump’s $1.8 Billion Robbery?
Trump faces backlash over a $1.7B taxpayer deal tied to January 6. Republicans are urged to stop what critics call corruption and conflict of interest.
Seinfeld's George and Some Advice for Trump
A Seinfeld-inspired reflection on Trump instincts and George Costanza’s “opposite” logic, exploring policy choices, public opinion, and political fallout.
Climate Researchers Write New Orleans' Obituary
Climate researchers warn New Orleans faces irreversible loss as rising seas, political inaction, and climate change reshape its future and global risk.
The Astonishing Battle for the Senate In Maine
A closer look at Maine’s Senate race, where political outsiders, public distrust, and entrenched power collide in a surprising and closely watched election.