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A Smarter, More Local Resistance

The most effective opposition this time might be investing in things that Trump’s rhetoric tries to delegitimize.

By Richard Kreitner

A Culture for American Democracy

Politics follows culture, as we know, and not the other way around. So can we create a culture that can sustain a better politics—and a vibrant democracy?

By Melody Barnes

Rebuilding the Good Society

As divided as we are, it’s important to remember that millions of Americans are working to close the gap between our ideals and lived reality.

By Zeenat Rahman

Winning the "Cold Civil War"

By Melody Barnes Thad Williamson

The Wrong Trump Debate

What The Week misses about Trumpism and nationalism.

By Nathan Pippenger