Corporate Media Can’t Hide Their Fear of Progressives

Julie Hollar / FAIR Jul 3, 2019 After the first Democratic primary debates, the line from centrist media sources is clear: Democrats are moving to the left at their peril. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Joe Biden Is Not the Pragmatic Choice for 2020

Sonali Kolhatkar / Truthdig May 23, 2019 Media narratives and favorability polls aside, pragmatism at this moment is about something far different than what Biden is offering. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

The Washington Post’s Anti-Left Bias Is Showing Again

Jeff Cohen / FAIR Mar 6, 2019 A standard bias in coverage in elite outlets is centrism—using an allegedly objective voice to warn against “extremism” of left and right. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

In the Age of Trump, Bipartisanship Is Losing Its Allure

Ilana Novick Mar 5, 2019 Even Obama's former aides are fed up with Democratic moderates' attempts to reach across the aisle. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Hunger for Socialism Is Giving Centrist Democrats Cold Feet

Jon Queally / Common Dreams Feb 3, 2019 Some are having to rethink their campaigns as they watch other members of Congress embrace progressives policies, Axios reports. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Howard Schultz Is a Presidential Candidate Only Late Capitalism Could Produce

Jacob Bacharach / Truthdig Jan 30, 2019 The former CEO’s self-importance is matched only by his cluelessness. If Democrats are smart, they’ll bring him up every chance they get. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Inspired by Jeremy Corbyn, Matt Taibbi Bids ‘Goodbye and Good Riddance’ to Centrism

Staff / Truthdig Jun 15, 2017 If the media treated “disaffected voters like the overwhelming majority they are," the journalist writes about the recent election gains made by the U.K.’s Labour Party leader (pictured), "we might at least stop face-planting on our election predictions." Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Making Walmart Look Good? Goodwill’s Below-Minimum Wage

Staff / Truthdig Dec 15, 2013 Goodwill apparently pays workers a painfully low $2.75 an hour, despite preaching charity; 9-5 schedules are counterproductive for creative workers; meanwhile, President Vladimir Putin stands up for Russia's right to be homophobic. These discoveries and more after the jump. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

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The American Election’s Global Reach

E.J. Dionne Jr. / Truthdig Sep 17, 2012 The movement in the presidential race reflects a broader trend visible in many nations. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

‘Left, Right & Center’: Gay Marriage: State or Civil Right?

Staff / Truthdig May 12, 2012 President Obama says he thinks gay marriage should be legal, but isn't looking to legislate. JPMorgan Chase, the "best of the banks," loses a $2 billion bet and reignites the debate over bank regulation. The French election has austerity hawks worrying about a resocialized euro, and Indiana Sen. Richard Lugar's primary loss could usher in a new era of ideological warfare. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Obama Plays It Down the Middle

Staff / Truthdig Feb 15, 2011 Could President Obama's newly unveiled budget -- which includes, he claims, funding cuts to programs he supports -- represent an attempt to win over some conservative constituents before Nov. 4, 2012? Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )