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Progressively Speaking
Practical information, analysis, and advice for Democrats, progressives, and other folks on the left.
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Smart, practical analysis and advice for progressives. PS welcomes submissions from writers, activists, and social scientists that offer wisdom for growing and empowering the progressive movement in a manner consistent with the Smart Politics philosophy .

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Karin Tamerius
Political psychiatrist | Pragmatic progressive | Smart Politics founder (JoinSmart.org) | Speaker
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Locke Peterseim
Writers
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Dr. David Campt
dialogue maven, civic engagement enthusiast, race relations expert, host of radio/podcast series
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Roy Hinkley
Frequent essayist and armchair philosopher. Occasional satirist and political commentator.
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Erica Etelson
Writer, voting rights activist, mutual aid organizer. Author of Beyond Contempt: How Liberals Can Communicate Across the Great Divide (New Society 2019).
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Lisa Grace
A privileged, white, sex-positive liberal combining years of relational geekery with passion for Democracy, spirituality, and critical thinking.
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Elwood Watson, Ph.D.
Historian, Syndicated Columnist, Public Speaker, Social-Cultural Critic. Professor of Black Studies and Gender Studies, at East Tennessee State University.
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John Kruse MD, PhD
Psychiatrist, neuroscientist, father of twins, marathon runner, in Hawaii. 100+ ADHD & mental health videos https://www.youtube.com/@dr.johnkruse6708
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Tim Libretti, PhD
Professor of Literature, Political Economy enthusiast, Dad, always thinking about the optimal world
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Daryl Weber
Branding Consultant. Author of Brand Seduction: How Neuroscience Can Help Marketers Build Memorable Brands. www.daryl-weber.com
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Sue Boudreau
I’m an educated optimist, looking for realistic solutions, little bits of beauty and grace in our flawed world.
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Danell teNyenhuis Black
Widow, Mother, Wife, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. https://www.danellt9.com/. Danellt9@gmail.com
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Sebastian Sanchez
Writes cool stories from time to time. Co-creator and co-host of “Best of All Time” available on Apple Podcast & Spotify. Child of La Linea and UCSD alumni.
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Jeff Lynch
New York-based Attorney, Writer, and Hobbyist Computer Programmer. Former Obama Administration Appointee and Congressional Staffer.
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Rae
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Meg
Writing, because talk is cheap
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Sheldon Clay
Writer. Observer of mass culture, communications and creativity.
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James Lukowiak
Go to the profile of H. Elizabeth Falk
H. Elizabeth Falk
Proud lefty, libtard, commie pinko. I write about things the left can be doing to clean up our side of the political divide. Hyperbole is killing this country.
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Katie Songer
Stubborn idealist. Lover of humanity. Weary traveler. Contrarian. Gryffindor. Empath.
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Glenn Rocess
Retired Navy. Inveterate contrarian. If I haven’t done it, I’ve usually done something close.
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Sal
I am a History Educator and a Lifelong Learner with a Masters in Global History.
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Tom Johnson
Tom is a cheesemaker, writer, and drummer. He writes about business, music, politics, and life.
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Andrew Philips
Just a guy trying to make sense of the world.
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Karin Kirk
Geologist, science writer, skier, and ski instructor. I write mostly about climate change, energy, and geology. www.karinkirk.com @karinkirk_mt
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Kristina Callaway
Artist, mother, and seeker of unique places and experiences.
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Reede Nasser
Student at the University of Utah. Studying Political Science and Journalism.
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Tania Israel
Psychologist. Professor. Author of Facing the Fracture: How to Navigate the Challenges of Living in a Divided Nation. https://taniaisrael.com @taniaisraelphd