I hope we can all agree that Bernie Sanders is a very smart man and an extraordinarily canny politician. He is now trying for the second time to save the Democratic Party from itself. The first time of course, was by proffering his service as a … [Read more...]
The Greater Evil
Every Progressive movement in my lifetime has ended up being splintered and then absorbed by moderation. Moderation, Centrism, Normalcy, The Golden Mean. These words make us feel safe; protected from the storms blowing at the extremes. But if we … [Read more...]
The Exorcist Strikes Back!
If Trump gets an infrastructure bill with any kind of teeth passed, he will get a second term automatically, and the Republicans will get all the credit for it and be ascendant for 20 years. We don't even have a clue yet as to how … [Read more...]
Democratic Pulse?
I'm a non-college, working class white male who had to create his own new job after the Great Recession ended a 30 year career as a skilled laborer. My retirement is in no way tied to the DOW, because I don't have one. I will work until I am unable … [Read more...]
Come Fire-Hold with Me
As we approach crunch-time, Progressives need to think about how we will hold Hillary’s feet to the fire. The first question to be answered is "What is the fire?" It is public opinion. Our only real weapon in combating the oligarchy. … [Read more...]