Jessica Pishko - Liberal Currents

What Are Democrats Thinking?

Democratic voters want to end the filibuster, nationalize artificial intelligence, and prosecute every Trump toady.

Chance Phillips Sep 21, 2026

After folding on trans rights, James Talarico does not have my respect. Honestly, fuck him. And yet, Ken Paxton (R) must lose.

Looking at what’s just behind us in preparation for the week ahead.

Jason Briggeman Sep 20, 2026

Jessica Pishko is a journalist and lawyer. She is author of "The Highest Law in the Land: How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy."

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The "constitutional sheriffs" movement relies on the notion that "men of action" can and should determine how the Constitution is interpreted.

Jessica Pishko Aug 10, 2026

So-called "constitutional sheriffs" are spreading across the country.