Perry Bacon Jr.

6 days ago | washingtonpost.com | Perry Bacon Jr.

The democrats who will save us are not the ones in office (washingtonpost.com) The democrats who will save us are not the ones in office By Perry Bacon Jr. 2025050817231600 The Democratic Party, despite its name, has been too timid in defending the rule of law and other core ideals of U.S. government in the face of an increasingly authoritarian President Donald Trump and Republican Party. But Democratic politicians aren't the only ones falling short.

1 week ago | washingtonpost.com | Perry Bacon Jr.

This billionaire could unify the Democrats against Trump (washingtonpost.com) This billionaire could unify the Democrats against Trump By Perry Bacon Jr. 2025050510000400 America's super-rich have far too much political power: We were overdue for the "fighting oligarchy" movement that Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) has started. But I have to admit that one of my favorite politicians these days is worth nearly $4 billion. Illinois Gov.

2 weeks ago | phillytrib.com | Perry Bacon Jr.

About 50% of Americans now disapprove of President Donald Trump, compared with just 46% who approve of him, according to recent polls. Fifty-four percent don’t like how Trump is handling foreign policy; 56% are dissatisfied with his economic approach. Unfortunately for those of us opposed to Trump, these numbers matter close to 0%. People on the left, including Democratic officials, are excitedly touting surveys showing rising discontent with the president. They should curb their enthusiasm.

2 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Perry Bacon Jr.

Democrats need to win moderates. This is how. (washingtonpost.com) Democrats need to win moderates. This is how. By Perry Bacon Jr. 2025042410002400 What do Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Maine U.S. Rep. Jared Golden and Michigan U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin have in common, beyond being Democrats who have won in areas where Kamala Harris lost in November? Not much. And that creates a quandary for Democrats and others in the anti-Trump camp.

3 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Perry Bacon Jr.

Polls aren’t going to save us from Trump (washingtonpost.com) Polls aren’t going to save us from Trump By Perry Bacon Jr. 2025042111000000 About 50 percent of Americans now disapprove of President Donald Trump, compared with just 46 percent who approve of him, according to recent polls. Fifty-four percent don't like how Trump is handling foreign policy; 56 percent are dissatisfied with his economic approach.