Outside the Beltway

A simple solution to a complex problem.

An odd, impactful ruling.

Both the policy issues but also the way it illustrates the politics of us versus them.

What it tells us about race and the Trump administration.

A case from rural Alabama.

The Trump administration treats personally disfavored American institutions the way past administrations treated foreign adversaries. His goal is political submission.

But the Trump administration is out to wreck it.

This would include US citizens.

This could be a issue for common ground… if both sides are prepared to give a little

I have questions.

A general conversation and a lot of specifics about RFK. Jr.

Thinking out loud, as one does.

One thread that runs through most explanations for Tuesday’s result.

A different take on our political realignment.

Plus some thoughts on mass deportation.

Hitler comparisons.

Our immigration policy is out of sync with our economy.

They are not like you and me.

Contrary to widespread perception, white men can in fact dance.

This is fascistic rhetoric.

The actor known for “Good Times,” “Roots,” and “The West Wing” is gone at 84.

The skews may offset.

Racism this explicit needs to be directly confronted

Donald Trump fared considerably worse against a cogent opponent.