Why Extremes Dominate Headlines but Not Voters
Extremes dominate headlines because social media platforms and national news outlets are algorithmically optimized to amplify sensational content, but...
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Can Moderates Make a Comeback?
Yes, moderates can make a comeback—but the path forward reveals a complicated paradox at the heart of American politics.
Could RFK Jr. Start a Realignment?
Yes, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could potentially catalyze a political realignment, but his actual impact would depend heavily on where he positions himself...
Is a Third Party Finally Possible in 2028?
A third-party candidate becoming competitive in the 2028 presidential election is technically possible but faces formidable structural barriers that make...
Why Conspiracy Politics Keeps Growing
Conspiracy politics grows because it offers simple explanations for complex problems when people have lost faith in traditional institutions.
Why Tech Anxiety Is Fueling Populism
Tech anxiety is fueling populism because rapid technological change has created a disconnect between the pace of innovation and the speed at which...
Why Automation Could Trigger a Political Earthquake
Automation could trigger a political earthquake because millions of American workers face displacement at precisely the moment when political volatility...
Why Secular Young Voters Reject Old Narratives
Secular young voters reject old narratives because the political framework built on religious tradition and institutional loyalty no longer matches their...
Is Religion Making a Comeback in Politics?
Yes, religion is making a measurable comeback in American politics, particularly through evangelical Christian mobilization and the mainstreaming of...
Could a New Pope Influence US Politics?
Yes, Pope Leo XIV—the first American pope in history—can and already is influencing US politics in measurable ways.