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The Democratic Debate: A Brief Field Guide
The pundits are already dreading that the first Democratic presidential debate might feature an exchange of ideas rather than insults. The moderators will try to "fix that." Here are some program notes.
What Is This 'Cadillac Tax' Health Insurance Thingy?
You may have heard about the "Cadillac tax" health insurance thing. What is it, and what are the arguments in favor of and against this tax?
Wingnut Week In Review: Boehner’s Nightmare
House Speaker John Boehner has a recurring nightmare about being stuck, unable to move. The complete implosion of the race for his successor this week might mean Boehner’s nightmare is coming true.
Why Won't Democrats Talk Straight About Trade?
On trade, every Democratic presidential nominee has for the past three decades campaigned one way and governed another. Why does this keep happening? The answer is not money.
Progressive Breakfast
Animal House House GOP in chaos as Rep. Kevin McCarthy drops Speaker bid. W. Post: "Less than a year after a sweeping electoral triumph, Republicans are on the verge of ceasing to function as a national political party ... Their contempt for compromise has also...
Candidate Scorecard: Sanders Leads, Populism Drives Debate
Bernie Sanders leads the field in our newly released scorecard, grading Democratic candidates relative to the Populism 2015 platform. Most striking: All the major candidates now embrace more populist positions.
How GOP Gerrymandering Is Disrupting the House
Today gerrymandering today is a different game – played on a national scale, operating with 21st century digital efficiency, capable of overruling the popular vote. It has baked gridlock into our political system.
Ben Carson: Arrogant, Ignorant Victim Blamer
I’ve experience one shooting in my life. I know that no one truly knows what they would do when suddenly faced with their mortality. Ben Carson had a gun pointed at him once. He should know better.
Clinton's Opposition To TPP Marks "A Critical Turning Point"
Clinton cites "years of Republican obstruction at home" that have "weakened U.S. competitiveness and made it harder for Americans who lose jobs and pay because of trade to get back on their feet."
Progressive Breakfast
Hillary Turns Against TPP... Clinton says TPP falls short, in PBS interview: "I’m worried about currency manipulation not being part of the agreement ... I’m worried that the pharmaceutical companies may have gotten more benefits and patients and consumers — fewer ......
