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Extreme Views Need Not Apply
Extreme Views Need Not Apply
The Political Prism nears 10,000 subscribers
John Polonis
Jul 19
The GOP’s Big Beautiful Betrayal: Why Republicans Are Jumping Ship
The GOP’s Big Beautiful Betrayal: Why Republicans Are Jumping Ship
Faced with punishing voters or defying Trump, some Republicans are choosing neither — and leaving.
Dick Dowdell
Jul 1
If We Don’t Like What’s Being Served, Can We Walk Away From The Table?
If We Don’t Like What’s Being Served, Can We Walk Away From The Table?
Reclaiming our role in democracy’s future
Jacqueline Jannotta
Jul 12
We Need More Leaders Like Ulysses S. Grant
We Need More Leaders Like Ulysses S. Grant
Reflecting on a visit to Grant’s Tomb, an underrated gem in New York City
John Polonis
May 24
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These 128 Democrats Just Voted Against Donald Trump’s Impeachment
These 128 Democrats Just Voted Against Donald Trump’s Impeachment
Why the hell would they do that?
Maria Cassano
Jun 27
How New York City’s Political Shift Will Impact Democrats Nationally
How New York City’s Political Shift Will Impact Democrats Nationally
Zohran Mamdani’s win as Democratic nominee for NYC mayor has put Democrats in a tough spot
John Polonis
Jun 28
Justice Jackson’s Stark Warning: The Supreme Court Is Endangering Democracy
Justice Jackson’s Stark Warning: The Supreme Court Is Endangering Democracy
Her dissent reveals how the Court is surrendering its power to stop unconstitutional executive actions
Dick Dowdell
Jul 9
Why Many American White Supremacists Seem to Love Israel
Why Many American White Supremacists Seem to Love Israel
The paradox of America’s far-right support for a Jewish state
E.V. Solanas (إيفيلينا) | 🇵🇸
May 22
Make War the Hardest Decision a Leader Has to Make, Not the Easiest
Make War the Hardest Decision a Leader Has to Make, Not the Easiest
Trump’s Iran strike risks repeating a cycle of power, profit, and pain, history demands we choose diplomacy instead.
Shaant
Jun 25
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Off With Their Heads
Off With Their Heads
When dissent becomes dangerous, democracy is already dying
Dick Dowdell
Jul 19
Does the Execution of a Dementia-Stricken Death Row Inmate Serve Justice or Violate the Eighth…
Does the Execution of a Dementia-Stricken Death Row Inmate Serve Justice or Violate the Eighth…
His lawyers say he can’t eat, breathe, or clean himself, and has no understanding of the crime or the consequences
Anne Spollen
Jul 16
Pete Hegseth’s Deadly Tell
Pete Hegseth’s Deadly Tell
When arrogance replaces substance
Dick Dowdell
Jul 16
How the GOP Sold Out America — and Why I Cannot Support It
How the GOP Sold Out America — and Why I Cannot Support It
The party of freedom became the party of billionaires. Here’s how I finally saw the truth.
Dick Dowdell
Jul 13
Why Are My Fellow Progressives Sabotaging Our Only Chance To Stop Trump?
Why Are My Fellow Progressives Sabotaging Our Only Chance To Stop Trump?
The Democratic Party is our only chance.
Richard Johnson
Jul 13
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