Economists cannot say with precision when the next U.S. recession will begin. But there is no reasonable doubt that the U.S. economy will weaken in 2019.
An Option for Nancy Pelosi: Designate a Successor
Democrats could resolve divisions over speakership by choosing both Pelosi and a successor now.
The Decline and Fall of Donald Trump
The array of investigations centering on president Trump will dominate Washington politics for the foreseeable future.
The Democrats’ Victory Can Save the Republican Party
Democratic control of the House of Representatives offers Republicans the chance to redeem themselves and begin the process of healing a dangerously divided country.
America Must Not Live and Die by the Gun
America is at war with itself. We must demand effective gun control measures from our leaders to end the slaughter.
After the US Midterms: Democrats, Read the Fine Print
Despite the Democrats’ gains, the United States is structurally a remarkably conservative country. Republicans have the tools to defend themselves for decades to come.
The Democrats Might Lose the US Midterm Elections
In the U.S., we have moved to event-driven elections. Republicans could very well hold on to both houses of Congress.
Donald Trump and How Fascism Takes Root
What a dead Swiss novelist teaches us about the everyday men and women who are the willing, but unwitting accomplices of Donald Trump.
Can Democrats Overcome Trump’s Shadow?
Should the Democratic Party be fortunate enough to rise to power again, the question arises: What will they do with it?
Five Structural Reasons for Lasting Republican Power
Why Republicans will be in power even after Democratic Party voting gains.























