Democracy
Why Immigration Reform May Blossom In The Spring
Politico headlined today that "House GOP plans no immigration vote in 2013". However, the story itself is more equivocal, noting that "the dynamics could change. Some, including Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-Va.), are eager to pass something before the end of the...
The Time To Push Immigration Reform Is Now
The manufactured debt limit and shutdown crises are about to be put behind us. But the deal also launches a new round of House-Senate budget negotiations that are sure to be contentious. Democrats can't let Republicans run out the clock.
Beyond The Pale: "Off Color" Talk Further Dooms The GOP
Unable to change their tone or their policies in order to widen their voter base, Republicans seem bent on undoing the results of two presidential elections. It would all be quite funny, if it wasn't all so crazy. Not to mention dangerous.
Ted Cruz's Fake Filibuster
On Tuesday, Senator Ted Cruz took the floor of the Senate to launch a pre-arranged, all-night fake filibuster. There was no way it would stop the Senate from voting on a continuing resolution to fund the government.
Tea Party vs The Kochs?
Of course the Tea Partiers are a blight on American politics. But the Big Money influence of people like the Kochs and the Adelsons is truly antithetical to American democracy and it's at the root of our biggest problems.
The One Unalloyed, Positive In This Awful Situation
Going back to Truman, presidents have been incrementally seizing the power to wage war completely on their own terms. It's getting to the point of absurdity. Obama stepping back is a very good move.
We've Got Money To Burn As Long As It's Kept A Secret
This new Washington Post story about the intelligence services black budget is a real blockbuster. It's going to take some time to fully digest what it means, but this is what jumped out at me to begin with.
Let's Change Perceptions of Black Men And Boys
We must urge our media to convey agency to black men and boys themselves, not just to reinforce negative stereotypes. We all lose if we are told only about the disparities and not the achievements and successes of Black men and boys.
It's Time For The Masses To Be Represented In Congress.
This won't come as a surprise to many of you, unless you are a bankster or a billionaire, you're not being represented in the United States Senate. Senators in the last five Congresses have consistently voted to benefit their wealthy constituents.
Cynicism is Corporate America’s Greatest Weapon. Disarm It.
From the Triangle Shirtwaist demonstrations to the Bonus Marchers, from Stonewall to Occupy, citizen-activists have changed the course of history. The biggest obstacle to doing it again is our own cynicism.
