Michael McCarter

McLean

VP, Group Editor at Gannett

Managing Editor for Standards, Ethics & Inclusion @USATODAY. Formerly at @courierpress, @enquirer, @ajc, @shreveporttimes. Full-time dad & occasional pilot.

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Articles

Opinion: Is Caitlin Clark improving women's sports for the better or worse?

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

On a special episode (first released on June 2, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: People from across the country weighed in on the impact Indiana Fever's point guard Caitlin Clark is having on the WNBA and women's sports in general. Forum is a series from USA TODAY's Opinion team that is dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected].
Juneteenth is a federal holiday – but it's new to me. Is it important to you? Tell us. | Opinion

1 month ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

I was nearly 40 years old when I first heard of Juneteenth. I was living and working in Cincinnati at the time. I didn’t know the significance of the date at all, I figured it was just another summer festival or a day in June to hop in the pool or go to a cookout. Juneteenth was not covered in my history classes, nor publicly celebrated in any of the numerous towns where I previously lived. Here’s what I know now.
Opinion: Do you support Elon Musk and his work with DOGE? | The Excerpt

1 month ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on May 19, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: Do you think DOGE has helped to shrink the federal government or was it all for show? We asked and you answered on Forum. The series from USA TODAY's Opinion team is dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Hit play on the player below to hear the podcast and follow along with the transcript beneath it.
Opinion: Do you support Elon Musk and his work with DOGE? | The Excerpt

1 month ago | pjstar.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on May 19, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: Do you think DOGE has helped to shrink the federal government or was it all for show? We asked and you answered on Forum. The series from USA TODAY's Opinion team is dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Hit play on the player below to hear the podcast and follow along with the transcript beneath it.
Opinion: Do you support Elon Musk and his work with DOGE? | The Excerpt

1 month ago | azcentral.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on May 19, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: Do you think DOGE has helped to shrink the federal government or was it all for show? We asked and you answered on Forum. The series from USA TODAY's Opinion team is dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Hit play on the player below to hear the podcast and follow along with the transcript beneath it.
Opinion: Do you support Elon Musk and his work with DOGE? | The Excerpt

1 month ago | starcourier.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on May 19, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: Do you think DOGE has helped to shrink the federal government or was it all for show? We asked and you answered on Forum. The series from USA TODAY's Opinion team is dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Hit play on the player below to hear the podcast and follow along with the transcript beneath it.
Opinion: What do you want your mom to know? | The Excerpt

1 month ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

On a special bonus episode (first released on May 12, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: We're putting the spotlight on moms today, asking readers to share about why it's so important to honor moms or maternal figures in our lives. Forum is a series from USA TODAY's Opinion team, dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. If you'd like to weigh in on a different topic, you can find more questions at usatoday.com/forum.
Opinion: After 100 days in office, how do you think Trump is doing?

1 month ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on May 5, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: We received so many responses about President Trump's first 100 days in office that we created a second episode on what Americans are really thinking about Trump and his administration. Forum is a series from USA TODAY's Opinion team, dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on.
Opinion: What do you think of President Trump's leadership in his first 100 days?

1 month ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on April 28, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: We asked: Do you support President Trump's actions so far? What concerns you about what he and his administration have executed on? Readers across the country shared their opinions with us. Forum is a series from USA TODAY's Opinion team, dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on.
Opinion: Are Democrats disappointing you? | Forum

2 months ago | usatoday.com | Michael McCarter

On a bonus episode (first released on April 21, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: We asked: Why did Democrats lose in November? Does the Democratic Party need to transition ideologically? Forum is a series from USA TODAY's Opinion team, dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Today you’ll hear from a few folks about how they view the current state of the Democratic Party.