Equal On Paper
As with "massive resistance" to Brown v. Board, Republicans today argue for a legal landscape where rights exist on paper but cannot be enforced.
Vote the Fascists Out (Neon Liberalism #70, with Greg Sargent)
Why did JD Vance personally campaign for the former Hungarian prime minister, Victor Orban? Why did his comprehensive defeat by a former member of his own party, Peter Magyar, garner such attention from the American press? Because, according to Greg Sargent, Orban has for the last sixteen years served as
Break Up the Big Court
The federal court suffers simultaneously from lawless leadership and chronic understaffing. Let's fix both problems at once.
Editor's Notes: The Fever Dream Projections of the Right
Some fan mail informs me that Democrats are seeking permanent one-party rule.
Orbán Out!: Understanding Viktor Orbán, Péter Magyar and the Hungarian Election (Half the Answer #78, with Hunter CG)
Goodbye to Viktor Orbán! Don't let the door hit you! Trent and Caitlin bring you a discussion with resident Europe expert Hunter CG (also known as roterote). Half the Answer can be heard on Spotify, on Apple, on YouTube, on Amazon, and elsewhere via its RSS feed. Resources
Reopen the Golden Door
Repeal the Immigration and Nationality Act—immigration restrictionism is the Slave Power of the 21st century.
A China Hawk Eats Crow
A video response to critics of "The Next Democratic Candidate for President Should Run as a China Hawk."
The Illiberalism of the Local
From Euclid v. Ambler to the Montana miracle.
Two Lessons from Hungary for 2026 and 2028
Unity and accountability.
Actually Collect Taxes
A gameplan for turning an overlooked federal agency into a flagship of liberal governance.
A Peace Worth Its Name in Iran Must Include Lebanon
Lebanon cannot be left out of any peace treaty if it’s going to be worth the paper it’s written on.
Democrats Must Learn to Talk About National Defense
American power brings with it an awesome responsibility.