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Der Weg zur demokratischen Mehrheit führt mitten durch Amerika
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Der Weg zur demokratischen Mehrheit führt mitten durch Amerika
Der Weg zu einer breiten demokratischen Mehrheit führt nicht durch Berkeley oder Brooklyn. Er verläuft schnurgerade durch die Mitte Amerikas – und durch die Mitte unserer Politik. Während Demokratische Sozialisten in diesem Wahlzyklus mit Vorwahlsiegen in tiefblauen Städten die Schlagzeilen beherrschen, fliegen die eigentlichen Stars der Wahl 2026 weitgehend unter dem Radar – und greifen weit über die Stammwählerschaft hinaus, um neue Sitze für die Demokraten zu gewinnen.
Democratic majority will come down to moderates winning in midterms
The road to a broad Democratic majority doesn't run through Berkley or Brooklyn. It runs straight through the middle of America and the middle of our politics. While Democratic Socialists have sucked up the oxygen this cycle with primary wins in deep-blue cities, the real stars of the 2026 election are flying below the radar and reaching out beyond the base to bring new seats into the Democratic column. If you take a closer look, you'll see a consistent story.
The Road to a Democratic Majority Runs Through the Middle of America
The road to a broad Democratic majority doesn’t run through Berkley or Brooklyn. It runs straight through the middle of America and the middle of our politics. While Democratic Socialists have sucked up the oxygen this cycle with primary wins in deep-blue cities, the real stars of the 2026 election are flying below the radar and reaching out beyond the base to bring new seats into the Democratic column. If you take a closer look, you’ll see a consistent story.
The Road to a Democratic Majority Runs Through the Middle of America
The road to a broad Democratic majority doesn't run through Berkley or Brooklyn. It runs straight through the middle of America and the middle of our politics. While Democratic Socialists have sucked up the oxygen this cycle with primary wins in deep-blue cities, the real stars of the 2026 election are flying below the radar and reaching out beyond the base to bring new seats into the Democratic column. If you take a closer look, you'll see a consistent story.
The Road to a Democratic Majority Runs Through the Middle of America
The road to a broad Democratic majority doesn't run through Berkley or Brooklyn. It runs straight through the middle of America and the middle of our politics. While Democratic Socialists have sucked up the oxygen this cycle with primary wins in deep-blue cities, the real stars of the 2026 election are flying below the radar and reaching out beyond the base to bring new seats into the Democratic column. If you take a closer look, you'll see a consistent story.
Donald Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to the White House. The Next President Must Do the Same
The Supreme Court’s 5-4 ruling allows the president to continue his demolition project of the East Wing, which is now “beyond the point of return.” The next president must vow to restore the People’s House to what it was before Trump Donald Trump has literally taken a wrecking ball to the White House — and US courts seem helpless to stop him.
Donald Trump hat das Weiße Haus mit der Abrissbirne bearbeitet. Der nächste Präsident muss dasselbe tun.
Donald Trump hat das Weiße Haus buchstäblich mit der Abrissbirne bearbeitet – und die US-amerikanischen Gerichte scheinen machtlos, ihn aufzuhalten. Der East Wing wurde ohne öffentliche Debatte oder Zustimmung des Kongresses zerstört – und soll nun durch einen 8.400 Quadratmeter großen Luxus-Ballsaal ersetzt werden, der doppelt so groß ist wie der gesamte bisherige Komplex des Weißen Hauses.
Donald Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to the White House. The Next President Must Do the Same Original
Construction continues on the East Wing ballroom. The Supreme Court has temporarily cleared the way for the work to continue while the justices consider whether the administration had the authority to undertake the project without congressional approval. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images Donald Trump has literally taken a wrecking ball to the White House — and US courts seem helpless to stop him.
Donald Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to the White House. The Next President Must Do the Same
5 hours ago He also claimed U.S. ownership of the moon. President Donald Trump posted dozens of messages in a day-long social media spree Sunday that included a call to change the name of a U.S. state. “Many people suggested changing the name of New Mexico, one of the great vote cheating states of all time, to …
The Founders Warned Us About A Man Like Trump
"The U.S. Constitution was designed to protect the rights of the people against the rise of a would-be tyrant." (image: Victor Juhasz/Rolling Stone) Trump allies call for deranged misogynistic crackdowns, while immigrants still fear for their families. HAPPY JULY FOURTH! Who’s ready for some forced sterilizations? Sorry. Let me explain.
The Founders Warned Us About Someone Like Trump Original
A s our 80-year-old Mad King goes on midnight social media revenge benders from the White House, attacking the pope after attacking Iran, enriching his family by billions and comparing himself to Jesus, some of his supporters are now panicking and asking, “Who could have seen this coming?” The answer, of course, is any sentient being not blinded by partisanship who lived through the first four years of Trump’s presidency, which included more than 30,000 lies, a mismanaged pandemic that killed...
The Founders Warned Us About Someone Like Trump
World News Now The U.S. Won the War With Iran foreignpolicy.com - Matthew Kroenig • 59m It wasn’t a knockout blow, but Washington prevailed on points. According to an emerging conventional wisdom, the United States suffered a catastrophic … Lincoln Memorial 6 hours ago What I Saw at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Monday Afternoon The Wall Street Journal.
Commentary Commentary How New York Can Usher In a New Era of Growth and Reform How New York Can Usher In a New Era of Growth and Reform By John Avlon Contributor June 22, 2026, at 1:33 p.m.
The Empire State has an affordability problem. These solutions can help. Getty Images Fifty-one percent of New Yorkers say that the cost of living is our state's top problem. The affordability crisis and middle-class squeeze are driving populist anger as well as population outflows to lower-cost and lower-taxed states. Centrist Democrats need to develop signature solutions to the affordability crisis that disrupt the status quo and advance policies that work with – and not against – market forces.
John Avlon’s Final Warning (w/ Rye Barcott) | How to Fix It
John Avlon welcomes Marine veteran and With Honor co-founder Rye Barcott to discuss why political courage has become so rare in Washington. Drawing from Barcott’s new book 'Courage Can Save Us,' they explore the lawmakers willing to defy their own parties, the incentives driving polarization, the future of national service, America’s role in the world, and why service and civic responsibility may be the key to repairing a divided country.
When He Swore an Oath, It Wasn’t to a Political Party. (w/ Seth Bodnar)
John Avlon sits down with Seth Bodnar, independent candidate for U.S. Senate from Montana, to talk about why a Green Beret veteran and former university president is betting that the two-party system has finally broken down enough to make a third path viable.
Will Trumpism Die With Trump? (w/ Margaret Hoover)
John Avlon welcomes his wife Margaret Hoover—host of Firing Line and great-granddaughter of President Herbert Hoover—to discuss what Paxton’s annihilation of Cornyn reveals about today’s GOP, Trump’s Iran gamble, the case for ranked-choice voting, and what this political era has done to two journalists who started on opposite sides of the aisle. As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.
Trump im freien Fall – aber schaffen es die Demokraten, Wähler wirklich zurückzugewinnen?
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Trump im freien Fall – aber schaffen es die Demokraten, Wähler wirklich zurückzugewinnen?
Obduktionen sind von Natur aus unordentlich – aber jeder Gerichtsmediziner würde seine Zulassung verlieren, wenn er so viel Blut an den Wänden hinterließe wie der Wahlbericht des DNC zur Wahl 2024. Der Prozess war von Anfang an chaotisch: ein Bericht, der in Auftrag gegeben, unfertig liegengelassen und von der Parteiführung unter Verschluss gehalten wurde – bis CNN-Reporter Edward-Isaac Dovere ihn publik machte und er plötzlich, übersät mit roten Anmerkungen, in die Welt entlassen wurde.
Trump may hand Democrats the midterms, but can they win back voters?
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Trump Is in Freefall — But Can Dems Do the Work to Actually Win Back Voters? Original
Balloons and signs lay on the floor as people celebrate during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 22, 2024 in Chicago, Ill. Joe Raedle/Getty Images Autopsies are inherently messy, but any forensic scientist would lose their license if they left as much blood splattered around the room as the DNC’s 2024 election report.
Trump Is in Freefall -- But Can Dems Do the Work to Actually Win Back Voters?
World Politics 5 hours ago Tough Outlook For New North America Trade Agreement As Deadline Nears Forbes - Ed Garsten • 5h The odds are against reaching a new trade agreement between the United States, Canada and Mexico before the U.S. midterm elections and any such pact would include tariffs, according to an analysis by S&P Global Mobility.
What Happened to Rudy Giuliani?
Rudy Giuliani always loved opera. He founded his Brooklyn high school’s opera club at a time when other kids were digging rock and roll. The choice was deliberately defiant—counterculturally conservative and inspired by his Italian heritage. But it also reflected a sincere love for the sweep and drama of the music’s mythological struggles. Giuliani has lived an operatic life, full of highs and lows, and its final act has been a tragedy.
Sen. Andy Kim Exposes Congress’ Dirty Secret
Senator Andy Kim joins John Avlon to break down the avalanche of corruption hitting Washington—Trump's 3,600 stock trades in a single quarter, the $1.8 billion DOJ slush fund being funneled to January 6 rioters, and the IRS granting the Trump family permanent immunity from tax investigations. Kim explains why his Restoring Trust in Public Service Act is the fix, and what Democrats are doing right now to build the evidence trail before 2029. As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment.
Es ist die Korruption, Dummkopf
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Es ist die Korruption, Dummkopf
Sagen wir es ohne Umschweife: Es hat nie einen korrupteren US-Präsidenten gegeben als Donald Trump. In der gesamten amerikanischen Geschichte kommt ihm niemand auch nur annähernd nahe. Zwei Tage im Mai als Beweis Nummer eins: Die Öffentlichkeit hat gerade erfahren, dass Trumps Aktienportfolio im ersten Quartal dieses Jahres 3.600 Transaktionen verzeichnete – im Schnitt knapp 60 pro Tag. Ein Tempo, das selbst einen Daytrader auf Meth erröten ließe.
It’s the Corruption, Stupid Original
Donald Trump speaks in front of the American flag at the White House, on May 12, 2026. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Let’s say it plainly: There has never been a president as corrupt as Donald Trump. There is no close second in our history. Take two days in May as Exhibit A. Americans just found out that in the first quarter of this year, Trump’s stock portfolio made 3,600 trades — an average of nearly 60 a day. This is a rapacious pace that would make a day trader on meth blush.
It's the Corruption, Stupid
U.S. Politics 5 hours ago Trump pressures Supreme Court to rule for him on citizenship France 24 • 5h Washington (United States) (AFP) – President Donald Trump on Thursday maintained his unprecedented campaign to pressure the Supreme Court, saying it would be a "disgrace" if the independent justices rule against him on US birthright citizenship. Trump has smashed convention by berating justices at … U.S. Politics Now Arts commission approves design for Trump's 250-foot arch POLITICO - Ian M.
From Bunker Hill to Normandy, JD Vance Is Wrong About America (w/ Rep. Auchincloss)
Congressman Jake Auchincloss joins John Avlon to lay out a new “patriotic center” for Democrats—from taxing social media companies to fund education, to rebuilding America, fixing housing, confronting China, regulating AI deepfakes, and reclaiming patriotism from Trumpism. They also debate school closures, social media addiction, AI’s impact on democracy, and why Democrats need a more aggressive economic message heading into 2028.
Seth Moulton Torches the Democratic Establishment
John Avlon speaks with Rep. Seth Moulton about his insurgent Senate campaign against incumbent Ed Markey, the Democratic Party’s leadership crisis, and why he believes Democrats need a forward-looking agenda instead of running solely against Trump. Moulton weighs in on the Iran war, Pete Hegseth, China, immigration, affordability, health care, high-speed rail, and why he says Democrats must reclaim credibility on national security and the economy.
Amerikas Schulden explodieren unter Trump. Ja, das hat Folgen
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Amerikas Schulden explodieren unter Trump. Ja, das hat Folgen
Das Leben ist ein Kampf zwischen dem Dringenden und dem Wichtigen. Im Strudel unseres immer absurder werdenden Alltags – befeuert durch Algorithmussucht und den aufgeblasenen Hochstapler im Weißen Haus – wird das Wichtige stets von einer Flutwelle kreischender Tweets und selbstverschuldeter Krisen begraben.
America’s Debt Is Soaring Under Trump. Yes, It Matters Original
Life is a struggle between the urgent and the important. With the accelerating inanity of our daily lives — through algorithm addiction and the flatulent con man occupying the White House — the important is always overwhelmed by a tidal wave of screeching tweets and self-inflicted wounds. That’s why you probably missed an obscure but important milestone our country hit last week: America’s debt passed 100 percent of our gross domestic product. So what, you say? That sounds boring and technical.
America's Debt Is Soaring Under Trump. Yes, It Matters
3 hours ago "Lioness" fans might not have to wait too much longer for the new season. Taylor Sheridan's hit series about the world of black operations, CIA and Tier One commandos has been a smashing success through two seasons. It's the exact kind of energy Sheridan fans have come to expect. Dark, gritty, …
Tech Broke Democracy With Social Media. AI Is Next. (w /Josh Tyrangiel)
John Avlon talks with Josh Tyrangiel about what AI actually looks like outside Silicon Valley hype. From Operation Warp Speed to quiet upgrades inside the IRS, they walk through real examples where AI improved government—plus why those wins are so rare, how bureaucracy blocks progress, and what a smarter, more effective approach could look like.
AI Is About to Eat Your Job (w/ Alanna McCargo)
John Avlon speaks with Alanna McCargo, Senior Fellow for Inclusive Capitalism at the Clinton Foundation, to explore a surprisingly old idea that could fix a very modern problem: what if workers actually owned a piece of what they build? Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations Employee Ownership and ESPOS Council for Inclusive Capitalism Watch, listen and leave a comment. How to Fix It with John Avlon is available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube.
Europe Is Preparing for Life Without America (w/ Richard Stengel)
John Avlon talks with Rick Stengel about the global fallout from Trump’s war with Iran, how it’s damaging America’s reputation, and why allies are starting to move on without us. They discuss the collapse of U.S. soft power, the risks of going it alone, and the stunning election in Hungary that shows how voters can still push back against authoritarianism. I was the US soft power czar.
Zoning Laws Are Killing the Middle Class (w/ Mechele Dickerson)
John Avlon talks with Mechele Dickerson about how housing rules, college costs, and the modern school system are stacked against working families—and how those same systems could be fixed. From zoning laws that block affordable homes to financial aid that favors wealthy students, they break down what’s actually driving the squeeze—and what it would take to reverse it.
Is U.S. Policy Hurting Cubans More Than the Regime? (w/ Juan Gonzalez)
Trump’s foreign policy is colliding with reality—from Iran to Venezuela to a collapsing Cuba. John Avlon speaks with with former NSC official Juan Gonzalez to break down the unintended consequences: rising oil prices, shaky regime changes, and a growing risk of chaos just 90 miles from Florida. Is there any real strategy here—or are we making things worse? Watch, listen and leave a comment. How to Fix It with John Avlon is available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube.
Newsom: Trump ‘Knows He’s Gonna Get Shellacked’
California Governor Gavin Newsom joins John Avlon for a wide-ranging conversation starting with a blunt assessment of the Iran war, what's happening with TikTok and media power under Trump and why Newsom thinks American democracy's biggest test isn't 2028, it's 2026. The conversation also dives into Newsom's leadership in California from policies he says are working because they're about "growth and inclusion" to why fewer than 30 homes have been rebuilt since last year's LA fires.
MAGA Isn’t a Majority-So Why Is It Winning? (w/ Dan Cantor)
Why do small factions end up with outsized power in American politics? John Avlon talks with Dan Cantor about how the two-party system distorts representation—and how fusion voting could break the gridlock. Watch Borgen. Then Get Inspired. Watch, listen and leave a comment. The How to Fix It with John Avlon podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube. Add this podcast to your player of choice, here. Ad-free editions are available exclusively for Bulwark+ members.
The "Wingnut" Rise to Power
On today’s “To the Contrary” Podcast, I sit down with author, journalist, historian, political commentator and former Congressional candidate, John Avlon. (Yes, he is a Renaissance Man.) Avlon has been tracking the “wingnuts” for decades now, and we discuss their journey from the fringes of the fever swamp to the GOP mainstream. We also discuss the radical contrast between presidents like Washington, Lincoln and the current occupant of the Oval Office.
The Republican Party’s Nazi Problem Is Getting Worse. It Should Care
Young conservatives are praising Hitler. The GOP is shrugging In a world spiraling into war, with AI rising and jobs falling, it’s easy to miss the little things — like a spate of young Republicans praising Hitler. Not so long ago, hugging Hitler was one of those lines you just didn’t cross in a decent democracy, and for good reason: fascism, the Second World War and genocide. Murdering millions of humans should never inspire admiration.
Trump’s War With the Fed Could Backfire (w/ Kenneth Rogoff)
Harvard economist and former IMF chief economist Kenneth Rogoff joins John Avlon to discuss the growing risks facing the U.S. dollar. From exploding national debt and attacks on Fed independence to war in the Middle East and rising global competition, they examine why America’s reserve currency status matters—and what happens if the world starts to move away from it. Watch, listen and leave a comment.
Das Nazi-Problem der Republikaner wird schlimmer. Sie sollte sich darum kümmern
In einer Welt, die in Kriege taumelt, während KI aufsteigt und Jobs wegbrechen, ist es leicht, die kleinen Dinge zu übersehen – etwa eine ganze Reihe junger Republikaner, die Hitler feiern. Noch vor nicht allzu langer Zeit gehörte die Verehrung Hitlers zu jenen Grenzen, die man in einer halbwegs funktionierenden Demokratie schlicht nicht überschritt – aus gutem Grund: Faschismus, Zweiter Weltkrieg, Völkermord. Das Ermorden von Millionen Menschen sollte niemals Bewunderung wecken.
The Republican Party’s Nazi Problem Is Getting Worse. It Should Care Original
In a world spiraling into war, with AI rising and jobs falling, it’s easy to miss the little things — like a spate of young Republicans praising Hitler. Not so long ago, hugging Hitler was one of those lines you just didn’t cross in a decent democracy, and for good reason: fascism, the Second World War and genocide. Murdering millions of humans should never inspire admiration.
The Republican Party's Nazi Problem Is Getting Worse. It Should Care
6 hours ago ‘Sinners’ actor Wunmi Mosaku has said the racial slur broadcast during the BAFTA Film Awards cast a “shadow” over her recent win for Best Supporting Actress. The slur was shouted by Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson while Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were presenting an award during the ceremony.
Living With Stage-4 Cancer for Five Years (w/ Annabelle Gurwitch)
John Avlon talks with Annabelle Gurwitch about surviving stage-4 lung cancer—and what her experience reveals about America’s broken health system. They discuss the rise of lung cancer among non-smokers, the role of pollution and climate policy, the spread of medical misinformation pushed by figures like RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz, and how insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers can trap patients in bureaucratic nightmares.
Krieg ist Frieden: Trumps Regimewechsel-Schwenk
Während amerikanische und israelische Raketen auf Teheran niedergehen und als Ziel offiziell Regimewechsel ausgegeben wird, dürfte jedem, der der offensichtlich absurden Idee von „Donald der Friedenstaube“ aufgesessen ist, Amerika werde seine Endloskriege beenden, eine blutige Variante von Reue heimsuchen. Es war von Anfang an Bullshit. Aber genau das hat das Trump-Team mit Nachdruck verkauft. Man nehme den Tweet des menschlichen Alptraums Stephen Miller wenige Tage vor der Wahl: „Kamala = WWIII.
Democrats Are at 26%. Why? (w/ Chris Swanson) | How to Fix It
Michigan sheriff and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chris Swanson joins John Avlon to talk about why Democrats' numbers are stuck in the mid-20s, how the party lost working-class trust, and what it would take to win it back. Swanson makes a law-and-order case for Democrats—arguing you can have a “fist of iron and a hand of velvet”—and lays out his data-driven jail reform plan that he says cut violence 97% and reduced recidivism. Watch, listen and leave a comment.
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