history
Kevin Kruse on the history of populist backlashes
Kevin Kruse explains how Americans have pushed back against the rich throughout history.
history
politics
We might just survive this catastrophe
As Trump's first year comes to a close, it's looking like American democracy might survive his second term.
politics
Free speech won't defend itself
Free speech needs an ally, and the left can fill that role.
history
Joanne Freeman on what the Democrats can learn from the Founders
What lessons should we take from the Founders today?
history
What the Red Scare can teach us today
Many of the things that happened during the Red Scare mirror what's happening today.
politics
Fascism and stupidity are not mutually exclusive
People have often said Trump is too stupid to lead an effective fascist takeover of the United States. Not so fast.
history
Two legal history experts on using the military against the people
Two legal history experts explain the laws and precedent surrounding the government using the military as a domestic police force.
politics
Two historians weigh in on ICE and the Gestapo
An examination of the Gestapo and ICE.