Sanders is one of the most popular politicians in the US, and his political analysis and messaging remain as relevant and compelling as ever. But while his Tour to Fight Oligarchy is inspiring and important, the broad left badly needs a political vision that goes beyond Sanders.
People like Elon Musk and RFK Jr. think that “questioning the science” is the essence of science. They are wrong.
The idea that one might magically manifest wealth is an old one. In today's unequal society, 'manifesting' tells us to double down on ourselves instead of working to create a more egalitarian society.
Thomas Frank reviews the history of how the Democratic Party became the party of liberal elites, why right-wing populism is fake populism, and more insights from his decades-long writing career.
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