For many younger Americans, this is the first U.S. war in the Middle East. Here’s how we got here.
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What the Possibility of War Is Like for an Iranian-American
The convergence of the two authoritarian republics is unmistakable.
Posted inPolitics
The 2026 Elections: Resisting the Rigging
As Trump becomes more desperate, citizen resistance only grows.
Posted inTAP
How Global Capitalism Destroys Democratic Politics
The universal rule of capital explains why national leaders can’t solve national problems—and end up being hated by voters as pathetic failures.
Posted inEconomic Policy
The Historic Reversal of Cultural Affordability
America used to be a pioneer in democratizing culture.
Posted inPolitics
Planning No Kings Demonstrations for July 4, 2026
Our 250th anniversary requires pro-Trump redcoats as well as pro-democracy bluecoats to re-enact our anti-monarchial founding.
Posted inTAP
Working-Class Heroes
Would democracy work better if more working-class people ran for public office? Running for office is time-consuming and expensive, and the most important pipeline that launches working-class people into politics, the labor movement, is far weaker than it once was.
Posted inPolitics
The Method in Trump’s Madness
Despite Trump’s impulsive inconsistencies, his attempted progression toward fascism is all too systematic. He has not yet succeeded.
Posted inPolitics
Can Resistance Succeed?
The more authoritarian Trump becomes, the more he provokes effective opposition.
Posted inTAP
Democratic Brazil, Autocratic America
Today on TAP: Their system is working as Bolsonaro is brought to justice. Ours is failing.
