Progressive Opinion

Deadly Illusions, Rest in Peace

A Democratic legislative majority is not the same as an demonstration of popular opinion. more »

No More Compromise

The Democrats' dealmaking has left us with little to show for it. It's time to get tough. PLUS: What's happening to our agenda? more »

A Great But Broken Promise

It's up to the graduates of today to change America from a superpower into a beloved community. more »

Loser Liberalism Versus Power Populism

Democratic Party liberalism helps out those with less; party populism, though, gives them power. more »

The Cleanest Congress in History?

Here's what Pelosi is up against and how she can prevail in her battle to end congressional lobbying scandals. more »

The Progressive Gap

thenation.com — Senator Bernie Sanders thinks the electorate is far ahead of Congress on economy, war and global warming.

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Who Gets Progressives' Support?

At the MoveOn.org Virtual Town Hall, presidential hopefuls laid out their plans for an Iraq pullout. more »

An Iraq War Turning Point

Whatever happens next, Congress has laid down a significant marker in the quest to end the war. more »

A Healthy Health Care Debate

An emboldened Democratic vision on health care emerges from the Nevada candidates' forum. more »

Universal Care: Getting The Right Mix

From Las Vegas: Put Clinton, Edwards, Obama and Kucinich together and you have the beginnings of a good health care plan. more »