Outside the Beltway

The Elephant is the traditional symbol for the Republican party. The Donkey is the traditional symbol for the Democratic party. The Elephant is the traditional symbol for the Republican party. The Donkey is the traditional symbol for the Democratic party.

Taking Extreme Measures to ‘Win’ the Midterms

· Saturday, May 9, 2026 · 12 comments

Republicans are winning the gerrymandering wars thus far.

Virginia Supremes Strike Down Voter-Approved Gerrymander

· Friday, May 8, 2026 · 12 comments

A significant blow to Democrats.

2028 Primary Stupidity

· Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · 37 comments

A dumb way to choose candidates? Or the dumbest way?

Race for 2028 Nomination Already Underway

· Monday, March 30, 2026 · 20 comments

Ready or not, the campaign has begun.

Shifting Vibes?

· Monday, December 22, 2025 · 20 comments

If the politics of cruelty has peaked, what follows?

Governor Gavin Newsom speaking with attendees at the 2019 California Democratic Party State Convention at the George R. Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, California. Governor Gavin Newsom speaking with attendees at the 2019 California Democratic Party State Convention at the George R. Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, California.

Newsom 2028?

· Wednesday, June 11, 2025 · 32 comments

He’s clearly using the standoff with the White House to elevate his national stature.

Vice President Kamala Harris attends a meeting with President Joe Biden and their “Investing in America” Cabinet to discuss the Administration’s economic agenda, Friday, May 5, 2023, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris attends a meeting with President Joe Biden and their “Investing in America” Cabinet to discuss the Administration’s economic agenda, Friday, May 5, 2023, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.

What’s Next for Kamala Harris?

· Monday, November 25, 2024 · 38 comments

She’s not likely to ride off into the sunset at 60.

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