Freshman Don Davis held his U.S. House seat despite Trump’s win there. His thoughts on the election, what fights to pick, those trans ads, and what fellow Democrats need to do next
Marc Novicoff
Marc Novicoff is a former associate editor at the Washington Monthly. Follow him at @MarcNovicoff.
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I Was a Washington Monthly Whippersnapper
As an intern and editor at this magazine, I learned to look where other reporters weren’t, sort through MAGA v. MAGA battles, and be part of a journalistic tradition. How you can help.
Posted inHigher Education
California State Universities: “A Launchpad for the Middle Class”
Ellen Neufeldt, the president of Cal State-San Marcos, has worked hard to promote social mobility for her students. She reflects on partnerships with K-12 schools and community colleges, what it takes to keep students on track, and the public good.
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America’s Best and Worst Colleges for Master’s Degrees
Some programs help graduates earn a good living without saddling them with crushing debt. Others do the opposite. Our new rankings will help you tell the difference.
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How Predatory Master’s Programs Get Away With It
Like other elite colleges, Northwestern University leverages its brand name to sign up students for grad degrees with astronomical debt and low career earnings. And the federal government does nothing to stop it.
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Are Gaza Protests Happening Mostly at Elite Colleges?
Yup. The Washington Monthly runs the numbers and explains the results.
Posted inMagazine
Trump vs. Biden: Who Got More Done on Immigration?
Trump was politically punished for his cruelty at the border. Biden’s gentler approach hasn’t fared much better.
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No, Chris Rufo Didn’t Mastermind the Ouster of Harvard’s President
Liberals forced Claudine Gay’s resignation, not the conservative provocateur.
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The Great Republican Crackup
Across the country, it’s MAGA v. ultra-MAGA v. Less MAGA as GOP conferences joust over who’s the Trumpiest. Amusing though it may be, Democrats shouldn’t gloat.
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What Happens if a Nominee Dies, Gets Too Sick, or Winds up in Prison?
The DNC and RNC have rules, but they don’t cover every contingency for replacing a presidential nominee.
