Opinion · 116th Congress
Did gerrymandering hurt Democrats down ballot in 2020? Yes and no
OPNION — Democrats didn’t flip any of their targeted state chambers. Ballot roll-off, ticket splitting, gerrymandering all played a part in the outcome.
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Opinion · 116th Congress
Four decades and counting — the GOP’s shift to the right is bigger than the Democrats’ shift left
Over the course of four decades, since 1980, the GOP shift to the right has been greater than the Democrats' shift to the left.
Opinion · 116th Congress
A milestone for African Americans, but women’s wait continues
OPINION — Biden’s choice of Austin for Pentagon chief disappointed those advocating a female Defense secretary but others say it wasn’t an either/or choice.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Young voters came through for Biden. But outreach to them can’t stop
OPINION — Young voters were key to Democrats taking back the White House, and the party must maintain engagement with them past the election cycle.
Opinion · 116th Congress
It’s past time for the government to ‘think different’ about tech
It’s past time for the government to ‘think different’ about tech - Opinion
Opinion · 116th Congress
Tidings of victimhood and ‘revenge’ for a holiday, excuse me, Christmas season
OPINION — Bad behavior and incivility has become a badge of honor for far too many Trump supporters, just in time for the holiday season.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Pelosi’s dilemma: Fuel the fires or practice what Biden preaches?
OPINION – Nancy Pelosi’s actions on two contested elections and the motion to recommit tool will test the authenticity of her extended hand to Republicans.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Rothenberg’s best and worst of 2020
The year can't end fast enough, but that doesn't mean there isn't time for Stuart Rothenberg to weigh in with his annual Best and Worst column.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Universities need to better protect American students studying abroad
OPINION — Congress should act quickly to ensure every student has a safe experience abroad by passing the Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad Act.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Donald Trump, Confederates and the GOP — brethren in the new Lost Cause
OPINION — Don’t dismiss the folly of Trump seeing himself as the election winner, Mary C. Curtis writes. Look at the staying power of the Lost Cause myth.
Opinion · 116th Congress
The vaporous case against Neera Tanden for OMB director
The vaporous case against Neera Tanden for OMB director - Opinion
Opinion · 116th Congress
All media properties self-censor, social media can too
Social media companies seem willing to be more transparent about what users see and don't see — and to consider censoring material that is beyond the pale.
Opinion · 116th Congress
House progressives are building something new, exciting, and powerful
OPINION — The Congressional Progressive Caucus now has an opportunity to use newly gained leverage to ensure future bills include progressive priorities.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Access to health care is critical, no matter your ZIP code
OPINION — National Rural Health Day highlights the unique health care challenges facing rural communities and how stakeholders are trying to address them.
Opinion · 116th Congress
The power of Jill Biden and the women Joe Biden trusts
OPINION — Like Barack Obama before him, Joe Biden doesn’t mind sharing the spotlight with a strong and independent partner. And that’s Dr. Jill Biden.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Biden at bat: ‘There is no joy in Mudville’
OPINION — The “red surprise” has given Republicans, even those disappointed in the presidential race, a reason to cheer. Their policies won the day.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Pelosi, Democrats should take lasting lessons from the dinner that wasn’t
OPINION — The Democratic dinner for incoming freshmen sent a message to voters that Congress plays by different rules than ordinary mortals, Shapiro writes.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Cancer’s dirty little secret
OPINION — Congress must pass the Lymphedema Treatment Act to help ease the pain of those suffering from cancer’s dirty little secret, Carter writes.
Opinion · 116th Congress
A country in a whole lot of trouble
ANALYSIS — The 2020 election was supposed to solve problems. So why does it feel like the issues America is facing are more problematic than ever?
Opinion · 116th Congress
Where does America go from here? ‘Too early to call’
Opinion — The Trump-Biden election has left us with each side unconvinced of its opponents’ legitimacy. What does this mean for America’s future?