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Reporting and analysis on American politics: campaigns, elections, Congress, the White House, and the fight to make our democracy work.
Posted inForeign Policy
Sinking Boats Off Venezuela, Colombia. What Could Go Wrong?
A Q&A on the unstated aims and unacknowledged risks of Trump’s air strikes.
Posted inPolitics
Campaign 2026: As Maine Goes…
The tattooed Graham Platner and a challenger to moderate Jared Golden are roiling their races. How Maine’s unique political tradition shapes these pivotal contests.
Posted inPolitics
What Happened to America First?
Donald Trump has turned his back on nationalism, but not in favor of internationalism.
Posted inHealth Care
Government Shutdown Fallout: A Reminder That We Still Need Health Care for Gig Workers, Sole Proprietors
Fortunately, the Washington Monthly offers solutions.
Posted inPolitics
Graham Platner Should Run for Maine State Legislature
Intemperate social media posts from a candidate’s past need not be disqualifying. But more should be known before nominating someone for a U.S. Senate seat.
Posted inPolitics
Family Feud: Donald Trump and the Pritzkers
The president and the Illinois governor are at war, and now the Supreme Court is involved. Why the Realtor-in-Chief has fought with the family behind Hyatt Hotels.
Posted inPolitics
Democrats Are Winning the Survey Question That Matters
Despite the political risk of holding up funds for government operations, the congressional generic ballot test is still leaning in the Democratic Party’s favor.
Posted inFeatured
The Shutdown Is Only the First Battle in the War Over Trump’s 2026 Budget
Both the shutdown and Trump’s grim budget will hurt the economy.
Posted inFeatured
How National Service Can De-Polarize America
Nowadays, it’s less about doing good than pathways to jobs and restoring face-to-face connections that can help bridge the divide.
