Sovereign Citizens with Badges? (Neon Liberalism #84, with Jessica Pishko)
So-called "constitutional sheriffs" are spreading across the country, declaring that they have the right to nullify federal
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.
To the Moon
The Artemis moon mission provides a vision of a joyous, hopeful liberal future—one built on international cooperation, not war and hatred.
The Right Wants You Stupid
The eternal quest to preserve the “pleasing illusions” that hold society and its authorities together.
Trump's Trade Con (Neon Liberalism #69, with Joey Politano)
On April 2, 2025, Donald Trump announced "Liberation Day" tariffs which, according to him, would fix the trade
The Security Leviathan
The American path in state-building is heavily skewed towards security and control.
How to Divide Large Numbers in Your Head
We need to get our minds around our millions, billions, and trillions.
After a Dark Week, Americans Should Turn to Jimmy Carter’s Malaise Speech
Carter was panned at the time, and long after, but has been vindicated.
Trump Surrenders to Iran
Donald Trump started and now has lost a humiliating, illegal, and stupid war with Iran.
"No Quarter, No Mercy": Understanding Pete Hegseth (Half the Answer #77, with Greg Sargent)
A bloodthirsty, homicidal maniac is in charge of our nation's military for some reason, and he just can&
The Next Democratic Candidate for President Should Run as a China Hawk
Let’s flip the race to the bottom and reconstruct this country.