Miles Taylor Draws Comparison Between Trump's Ballroom and Roman Emperor Nero

Last updated on May 20, 2026 Today, I received an e-mail from Miles Taylor where he makes a comparison between Trump's ballroom and the Roman Emperor Nero. Here's the full text of the e-mail (bold … Continue reading Miles Taylor Draws Comparison Between Trump's Ballroom and Roman Emperor Nero

During Trip to China to Meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Donald Trump Says "I Always Tell the Truth"

On May 13, 2026, during a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, referring to Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump said: You're a great leader. I tell everybody you're a … Continue reading During Trip to China to Meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Donald Trump Says "I Always Tell the Truth"

Op-Ed | Donald Trump's Remark About Affordability Shows Where His Real Priorities Are

Last updated on May 16, 2026 On May 12, 2026, speaking with reporters on the White House South Lawn, Trump was asked to what extent "Americans' financial situations" were motivating him to make a deal … Continue reading Op-Ed | Donald Trump's Remark About Affordability Shows Where His Real Priorities Are

Brian Tyler Cohen Sends E-mail Entitled "The Supreme Court Drops All Pretense of Fairness"

Yesterday, May 12, 2026, I received an e-mail from progressive commentator Brian Tyler Cohen entitled "The Supreme Court Drops All Pretense of Fairness" Cohen makes the point that regarding redistricting, because the Supreme Court is … Continue reading Brian Tyler Cohen Sends E-mail Entitled "The Supreme Court Drops All Pretense of Fairness"

MS NOW Host Rachel Maddow Analyzes Donald Trump's Targeting of Black Americans

On May 4, 2026, a video was posted on YouTube where MS NOW host Rachel Maddow analyzes Donald Trump's Targeting of Black Americans. Here's a summary of Maddow's analysis: On February 5, 2026 Trump posted … Continue reading MS NOW Host Rachel Maddow Analyzes Donald Trump's Targeting of Black Americans

Marc Elias Explains the Cultural Impact of the U.S. Supreme Court Louisiana v. Callais Decision

On May 11, 2026, Marc Elias posted a video entitled "Something Dangerous Just Shifted for Democracy — And Trump Allies Noticed" on his Democracy Docket YouTube channel. Subscribe to Marc's Democracy Docket YouTube channel here. … Continue reading Marc Elias Explains the Cultural Impact of the U.S. Supreme Court Louisiana v. Callais Decision

Op-Ed | Donald Trump Indoctrinates Young Children During Presidential Fitness Test Award Proclamation Signing

On May 5, 2026, Donald Trump signed a proclamation restoring the Presidential Fitness Test Award. Watch the entire Oval Office signing ceremony on C-Span here. The Presidential Physical Fitness Award Program was first established in … Continue reading Op-Ed | Donald Trump Indoctrinates Young Children During Presidential Fitness Test Award Proclamation Signing

Brian Tyler Cohen Sends E-mail Entitled "The Left is Good Governing Itself into Obscurity"

Today, May 9, 2026, I received an e-mail from progressive commentator Brian Tyler Cohen entitled "The Left is Good Governing Itself into Obscurity." Cohen makes the point that regarding redistricting, Democrats need to stop playing … Continue reading Brian Tyler Cohen Sends E-mail Entitled "The Left is Good Governing Itself into Obscurity"

U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Redistricting Map with Major Implications for the 1965 Voting Rights Act

Last updated on May 6, 2026 On April 29, 2026, in a 6-3 decision, in the case of Louisiana v. Callais, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a 2024 Louisiana redistricting map. All 6 conservative … Continue reading U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Redistricting Map with Major Implications for the 1965 Voting Rights Act