Education Is on the Ballot This November
This November, voters in at least 35 states will have the chance to accept or reject roughly 150 education policy and funding questions in the form of ballot measures.
Ike Barinholtz and How to Talk Politics at the Dinner Table
Daniella and Ed chat with Ike Barinholtz about his new film and his use of satire when discussing politics today.
Michael Steele Puts a ‘Check on Stupid’
This week, Daniella and Ed sit down with Michael Steele, former Republican National Committee chairman and lieutenant governor of Maryland, to discuss how the current chaos in the conservative movement has hindered his outreach efforts to voters of color.
The Origins of Russia’s Broad Political Assault on the United States
The Russian attack on U.S. democracy began in 2014 and is more wide-ranging and coordinated than previously understood. How the United States responds requires a strategy that both applies pressure on Russia via additional sanctions and improves the United States’ defensive capabilities against further Russian interference.
Ensuring the Special Counsel’s Independence if Rosenstein Is Fired
Robert Mueller must be assured independence from partisan interference by the Trump administration.
By Undermining the ICC, Bolton Is Compromising America’s Values
National Security Adviser John Bolton has again taken unnecessary aim at the International Criminal Court—an institution that is critical to securing justice for victims and establishing accountability for perpetrators of the world’s most heinous crimes.
‘Trump Is a Liar, and He Is Stupid’: Dan Pfeiffer on Trump, Tweeting, and Political Climate Change
Dan Pfeiffer, co-host of Pod Save America and former senior adviser and communications director for President Obama, joins Daniella and Ed this week to discuss the current administration and how he stumbled into a podcasting empire.
Affordable Child Care and Early Learning for All Families
Voters across the political spectrum express a strong desire for state and federal governments to tackle issues involving affordable child care and expanded access to early learning.
Jason Kander Goes Outside the Wire
Hosts Daniella and Ed chat with Jason Kander, founder of the voting rights advocacy group Let America Vote, about his new book and the Nike ad campaign featuring Colin Kaepernick.
The Biggest Enemy on Social Media Is the User
Daniella and Ed sit down with counterterrorism expert Clint Watts to discuss Russian election interference and social media usage.
How Brett Kavanaugh Will Provide Cover for Trump
Daniella and Ed sit down with Vanita Gupta and discuss Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court.
Securing a Democratic World
The future of U.S. national security and a liberal democratic world depends on America embracing democratic values, locking arms with its democratic allies to stem the rise of authoritarianism, and growing the community of democratic nations.
Protecting the Voting Rights of Americans Detained While Awaiting Trial
Voting-eligible Americans detained in jails while awaiting trial are legally allowed to vote—but easily avoidable obstacles often prevent them from doing so.
Lessons From Watergate
A new era of presidential scandals creates opportunities for far-reaching reform.
Warning Lights Are Blinking Red: It Is Time to Secure Our Elections from Ongoing Russian Attack
The government and other stakeholders must take aggressive measures to protect election infrastructure from Russian interference.