Pam Bondi’s extreme political loyalty to Trump wasn’t enough to save her job
President Donald Trump participates in a roundtable discussion in Memphis, Tenn., with Attorney General Pam Bondi on March 23, 2026. AP Photo/Bruce Newman Austin Sarat, Amherst College After President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on April 2, 2026, news reports suggested that she fell from grace, not for being too … [Read more...] about Pam Bondi’s extreme political loyalty to Trump wasn’t enough to save her job
Fact checking the firehose
Donald Trump’s Easter luncheon speech was a case study in how quickly a single address can outpace the capacity of any one person to document its departures from reality. On April 1, 2026, President Donald Trump addressed an Easter luncheon at the White House that was closed to the press. The audience was friendly: evangelical leaders, cabinet members, faith community … [Read more...] about Fact checking the firehose
Trump Frames Iran War as Nearing Completion Amid Contradictions
In a brief address, President Trump touted U.S. military success and energy dominance while repeatedly describing Iran as “no longer a threat,” despite his vow to continue military action in the coming weeks. President Trump delivered a pointed update Tuesday on “Operation Epic Fury,” the U.S. campaign against Iran, repeatedly declaring Iran “decimated” while also promising … [Read more...] about Trump Frames Iran War as Nearing Completion Amid Contradictions
Sabato’s Crystal Ball: How Canada’s politics differs from the United States
by Louis Jacobson TORONTO — Recently, I had the opportunity to do some reporting in Canada. In my career, I have written about U.S. politics for more than three decades, but until my visit, I knew little about the dynamics of Canadian politics. So when I crossed the border, I wanted to learn about the subject from square one. It was an education. I visited with … [Read more...] about Sabato’s Crystal Ball: How Canada’s politics differs from the United States
Richard Nixon doesn’t look so bad after all
It’s hard for me to describe how much I once loathed Richard Nixon. As a college student during the Watergate scandal, I celebrated when he quit on the cusp of impeachment. I firmly believed, along with millions of others, that Nixon was the lowest human being ever elevated to our highest office and his track record of anti-constitutional crimes would never be … [Read more...] about Richard Nixon doesn’t look so bad after all
Supreme Court’s decision on birthright citizenship will depend on its interpretation of one key phrase
When the justices weigh the arguments, they will focus on the meaning of the first sentence of the 14th Amendment, known as the citizenship clause. zimmytws/Getty Images Morgan Marietta, University of Tennessee The Supreme Court on April 1, 2026, will hear oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara, the case that challenges the Trump … [Read more...] about Supreme Court’s decision on birthright citizenship will depend on its interpretation of one key phrase
MIKE JOHNSON’S TSA LINE CLOSED
A Nursing Home Owner Got a Trump Pardon. The Families of His Patients Got Nothing
A Nursing Home Owner Got a Trump Pardon. The Families of His Patients Got Nothing. Doris Coulson remained spirited even as her illness progressed — watching cooking shows on TV, working crossword puzzles and wheeling herself down the hallways of her nursing home to show off her granddaughter when she came to visit. Coulson had been admitted to Hillview Post Acute and … [Read more...] about A Nursing Home Owner Got a Trump Pardon. The Families of His Patients Got Nothing
War Is Hell!
I seem to remember that our brave president found a way to forego military service during the Vietnam War. I wouldn’t call him a draft dodger, but the poor guy found a podiatrist who said that bone spurs on his feet would prevent him from being a soldier and he never served in the military. Five deferments! Subsequently, he called soldiers who fought for our nation suckers and … [Read more...] about War Is Hell!
TRUMP MARKET MANIPULATION
Millions are protesting — but boycotts might be key to changing government policies
The ‘No Kings’ protests have drawn millions of Americans and may grow even larger. Frederic J. Brown/AFP via Getty Images Lisa Schirch, University of Notre Dame and David Cortright, University of Notre Dame The organizers of the estimated 3,000 “No Kings” protests, rallies and other events planned for March 28, 2026, say they expect that the … [Read more...] about Millions are protesting — but boycotts might be key to changing government policies
Grifting With The Aliens (Cartoon and Column)
Those aliens are going to starve Did Donald Trump commit treason? Yeah probably. Did we go to war just so Donald Trump and his buddies could make a few bucks? Maybe, and it is a definite possibility. We are talking about a lowlife and some vile motherfuckers here. Over the weekend, Donald Trump gave the Iranians 48 hours to open the Strait of Hormuz, or he would start … [Read more...] about Grifting With The Aliens (Cartoon and Column)
How far can Iran’s ballistic missiles reach? A defense expert explains how the missiles work, and what Iran can and can’t hit
Iran launched two missiles, possibly modified versions of this Khorramshahr ballistic missile, at the island of Diego Garcia. Iranian Defense Ministry via AP Iain Boyd, University of Colorado Boulder Iran fired two ballistic missiles on March 20, 2026, at the Indian Ocean island of Diego Garcia, which hosts a strategically important joint … [Read more...] about How far can Iran’s ballistic missiles reach? A defense expert explains how the missiles work, and what Iran can and can’t hit
Why Where People Move Matters in 21st-Century Elections
Elections in the 21st century are no longer shaped only by campaign speeches, party loyalty, or TV debates. Increasingly, they are being shaped by something quieter but far more powerful: where people choose to live. Millions of Americans are relocating every year — for jobs, affordability, lifestyle, and values — and in doing so, they are redrawing the political map of the … [Read more...] about Why Where People Move Matters in 21st-Century Elections
Meet two sides of the antisemitic coin
by Christine Flowers I’ve received a few letters from readers over the past few weeks asking me why I keep writing about antisemitism. One was a simple question, with no negative intent. The others run the gamut between “stop carrying water for the Jews” to “anti-Zionism isn’t Jew hatred so stop it” to “you’re a two-note moron: abortion and the Jews.” That’s not … [Read more...] about Meet two sides of the antisemitic coin
Gay of Hormuz (Cartoon and Column)
And this is why we need $200 billion and more marines First, Donald Trump insults our allies and verbally attacks them. He tells them that they're not needed, he bullies them, and even threatens to invade one of them. Then, he starts a war, and he asks for their help. When they refuse, he says we don't need them anyway. And now, he says they're cowards for not helping him in … [Read more...] about Gay of Hormuz (Cartoon and Column)
HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ nails how hospital cyberattacks create chaos, endanger patients and disrupt critical care
Jeffrey Tully, University of California, San Diego and Christian Dameff, University of California, San Diego HBO Max’s enormously popular television series “The Pitt” is receiving plaudits for its realistic depiction of the trials and tribulations of health care in an urban emergency room. Now in its second season, which premiered on Jan. 8, 2026, the show follows Dr. … [Read more...] about HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ nails how hospital cyberattacks create chaos, endanger patients and disrupt critical care
BIPARTISAN CONDEMNATION FOR TRUMP’S “DISGUSTING” POST CELEBRATING ROBERT MUELLER’S DEATH
Vile? Disgusting? A reflection of a "sick" individual who happens to be President? Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm of bipartisan condemnation over his gleeful response to the death of former FBI Director and special counsel Robert Mueller. The former Vietnam War veteran led the investigation into into Trump, who later claimed he was exonerated. His reaction to … [Read more...] about BIPARTISAN CONDEMNATION FOR TRUMP’S “DISGUSTING” POST CELEBRATING ROBERT MUELLER’S DEATH
MAGA’s dilemma as Trump’s needless war continues
by Elwood Watson The undefined war the U.S. and Israel are fighting in Iran has reached its third week, with no signs of stopping. Social media continues to be dominated by riveting images of exploding oil tankers and refineries, alarmingly skyrocketing prices, and the remains of an annihilated Iranian elementary school. Leaders and military experts have provided no … [Read more...] about MAGA’s dilemma as Trump’s needless war continues