On Tuesday, the Democrats achieved a biracial class coalition. Can they build on it?
Robert Kuttner
Robert Kuttner is co-founder and co-editor of The American Prospect, and professor at Brandeis University’s Heller School. His latest book is Notes for Next Time: Surviving Tyranny, Redeeming America.
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Democrats’ Power in the Lame-Duck Session
With much congressional business still unfinished, the repudiation of Trump could lead some Republicans to vote with Democrats to block administration priorities.
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Election Disruption: The Dog That Didn’t Bark
There were plenty of Trump attempts to suppress voters, but thanks to vigilant citizens, pro-democracy groups, and courts, all of the major threats fizzled.
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Will Trump Illegally Disrupt the Blue Wave?
Tuesday’s election is likely to come off with only episodic disruptions, but there are some risks worth worrying about—and acting to prevent.
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The Deeper Affordability Crisis
The problem isn’t just Trump-induced inflation. For ordinary working people, living standards have been dwindling for decades.
Posted inEconomic Policy
Saving Social Security
While they’re at it, Democrats can make the program even better and shame Republicans who resist.
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Lula’s Huge Win for the Left
His come-from-behind victory in Brazil’s presidential election spoils the storyline of right-wing dictators on the march.
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Robert Rubin, Faux Statesman
His seemingly high-minded piece in the Times is a reminder of who really governs.
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Is Paris Burning?
The violence, political stalemate, and support for the extremes are a more vivid case of what is occurring throughout the West.
Posted inAmerica and the World
The Possible Socialism of Andy Burnham
A nemesis is Britain’s overdependence on its dwindling role as a global capital market.