In the seven stages of grief, progressives are wallowing in the first three stages of shock, denial, and anger. But don’t get stuck in the seventh stage of acceptance.
Surviving the New Trump Era
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World Beat
Planet of the Bullies
Can international law survive a second onslaught by Trump and his fellow bullies?
The Plot Against Democracy
Don’t bring a computer to a gunfight.
The Cruelty of Crowds
The far right has weaponized the Internet.
Billionaires vs Democracy
The rich are trying to buy elections all over the world and consign democracy to the trash bin of history.
The End of Reunification?
North Korea no longer talks about reunification, and South Korea is back to talking absorption.
The Weaponization of Immigrants
The far right is not just using the rhetoric of anti-immigration. It is using the actual immigrants themselves as weapons.
A Ceasefire Is Not Enough in Gaza
Israel is escalating in the West Bank, against Hezbollah in Lebanon, and against Iran. The Biden administration must put maximum pressure on its ally.
What the Heck’s Going on in Germany?
The far right has notched another victory. Is it poised to take over Germany?
Why Ukraine Invaded Russia
How many more mistakes will Putin make before Russians give up on him?