Posts by Steven L. Taylor

Steven L. Taylor
About Steven L. Taylor
Steven L. Taylor is a Professor Emeritus of Political Science and former College of Arts and Sciences Dean. His main areas of expertise include parties, elections, and the institutional design of democracies. His most recent book is the co-authored A Different Democracy: American Government in a 31-Country Perspective. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas and his BA from the University of California, Irvine. He has been blogging since 2003 (originally at the now defunct Poliblog). Follow Steven on Twitter and/or BlueSky.

A Photo for Friday

“Lonely Heart”

Everyone Pollute Again

The new EPA.

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DJIA: Some Comparisons

Just a little comparison of 2017, 2021, and 2025 plus more thoughts on tariffs.

“Freedom is Slavery”

Orwell came to mind this morning.

ICE Arrests Protestor

A glaring example of trying to terrorize those the administration doesn’t like.

DHS Polygraphing Employees

Looking for leakers.

Monday is Ancient Geeks Day!

This week: a general discussion of fantasy novels.

Two Recommendations

Informed, somber voices in these perilous times.

Two DJIA Charts

And thoughts about Trump’s economic approach to date.

SaturTabs

Parade of poor governance edition.

A Photo for Friday

Snipe hunt?

Mid-Week Tabs

“Trade wars are good, and easy to win”

A quote from the wit and wisdom of Donald J. Trump.

Ancient Geeks Talk Tolkien

Monday is Ancient Geeks day!

The Great Russia Coincidence

Russia, Russia, Russia?

What Ukraine Has to Contend With

Trump is spouting Russian talking points.

A Photo for Friday

“Pink Evening”

“We are the Federal Law”

Governing like a dictator.

Friday’s Forum

Clown Show

Also known as a cabinet meeting.

Measles Death in Texas

The sadly predicted has come to pass.

Thursday’s Forum

That Hat

A symbol of party and person, not of country.

DOGE “Receipt” Update

You will be shocked at the news!

Wednesday’s Forum

A Map of Shame

An embarrasing day in US history.

Tuesday’s Forum

The Empathy of 47

Not to mention maturity and intellect.

Monday is Ancient Geeks Day

This week we boldy go to TOS!

Monday’s Forum

Sunday’s Forum

Saturday’s Forum

A Photo for Friday

“Black and White Sunset”