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The Nation's Substack

by Nation Magazine

This newsletter is published by The Nation, a historic print and digital magazine continuously published since 1865 by abolitionists.

Endless Urgency with Mike Nellis

by Mike Nellis

Democratic strategist Mike Nellis provides no-bullshit insights on fixing the Democratic Party, confronting media failures, and building power to improve lives.

Robert Reich

by Robert Reich

Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor, offers daily commentary and media, equipping readers with truth to fight for the common good.

Erin In The Morning

by Erin Reed

Erin Reed's Erin In The Morning delivers essential summaries of trans and queer news and legislation, highlighting stories often missed by legacy media.

✿ shit you should care about ✿

by shit you should care about

Shit You Should Care About makes news, politics, and pop culture accessible and enjoyable, cutting through jargon and misinformation with explainers.

The Left Hook with Wajahat Ali

by THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali

Wajahat Ali's The Left Hook offers thoroughly opinionated takes on politics, culture, and religion, free from corporate censorship. Drawing on a unique life of extremes, Ali fights back against authoritarianism with humor and compassion.

Ken Klippenstein

by Ken Klippenstein

KlipNews is an American news organization founded by Ken Klippenstein and William M. Arkin, dedicated to revealing what the national security state is actually up to and holding power accountable.

Law Dork

by Chris Geidner

Law Dork by veteran legal journalist Chris Geidner offers in-depth analysis of Supreme Court rulings, Trump administration challenges, LGBTQ+ issues, criminal justice, and democracy.

The Signorile Report

by Michelangelo Signorile

Michelangelo Signorile's independent, ad-free newsletter and radio show dissects far-right extremism, complicit media, and battles for LGBTQ+ equality and progressive change.

Stop the Presses

by Mark Jacob

Veteran journalist Mark Jacob's weekly newsletter dissects how right-wing extremism exploits American journalism's weaknesses and explores solutions.

Throughline

by Jill Filipovic

Jill Filipovic provides feminist analysis on human rights, women's health, US politics, and international affairs, connecting global and domestic issues.

Everything Is Horrible

by Noah Berlatsky

Freelance writer Noah Berlatsky delivers his unique 'scribbler's' take on politics, culture, and film, featuring essays on fascism, movie reviews, and poetry.

Uncloseted Media

by Uncloseted Media

Uncloseted Media provides objective, nonpartisan investigative journalism, examining America's anti-LGBTQ landscape and elevating everyday heroes.

The Argument

by Jerusalem Demsas

The Argument makes a combative case for liberalism via sharp opinion and original reporting from Washington, D.C. It covers politics, economics of growth, tech, society, and democracy.

Statecraft

by Santi Ruiz

Statecraft interviews top political appointees and policy entrepreneurs about achieving specific policy goals, demystifying the "how-to" of governance and state capacity.

This Modern World

by Tom Tomorrow

Tom Tomorrow shares an advance look at his weekly This Modern World cartoons, along with behind-the-scenes observations and various ramblings.

Anchor Change with Katie Harbath

by Katie Harbath

Katie Harbath, former Facebook global election strategist, offers curated insights and reflections on the complex intersection of technology and democracy.

Radical Reports

by Teddy Wilson

Journalist Teddy Wilson provides daily research, analysis, and intelligence on the U.S. Radical Right, tracking extremist movements.

Pete Buttigieg's Substack

by Pete Buttigieg

Get updates and insights from Pete Buttigieg, former presidential candidate and current U.S. Secretary of Transportation, on politics, policy, and current events.

HOGELAND'S BAD HISTORY | William Hogeland | Substack

by William Hogeland

Historian William Hogeland explores 'bad history,' unearthing America's conflicted and unsettling past, from race and war to political chicanery, to contextualize modern turmoil.

GD POLITICS | Galen Druke | Substack

by Galen Druke

Galen Druke, former FiveThirtyEight host, explores politics and current events with journalists and experts, blending data, humor, and curiosity.

Max's Newsletter | Max K | Substack

by Max K

Journalist and political analyst Max K dissects UK, US, and global politics. He offers a counter-narrative against progressive groupthink and Islamist fanaticism.

National Insiders | Mark Edwards | Substack

by Mark Edwards

National Insiders provides fact-based, unbiased news on US politics, health, and finance, covering issues impacting American freedoms and traditional values.

Crooked Media

by Crooked Media

Crooked Media delivers smart news, unfiltered politics, and online jokes. It empowers progressive voices, counters right-wing media, and fosters an engaged community.

Canada Resists

by Canada Resists

Canada Resists fosters a community where like-minded individuals discuss and unite in efforts to resist the Trump regime.

Zeitgeist | Philippe Corbé | Substack

by Philippe Corbé

Philippe Corbé raconte les histoires d'Amérique, de Trump à Taylor Swift, pour comprendre cette nouvelle ère.

So What | Chris Cillizza | Substack

by Chris Cillizza

Veteran political journalist Chris Cillizza offers independent, non-partisan analysis. He helps readers become smarter news consumers, distinguishing vital stories from daily noise.

Robert F Kennedy | Right Flank | Substack

by Right Flank

Follows RFK Jr.'s mission as HHS leader to end chronic disease by battling corrupt federal health agencies, Big Pharma, and the toxic food/vaccine industries.

Emerald Robinson’s The Right Way | Substack

by Emerald Robinson

Emerald Robinson, former Newsmax/OAN White House correspondent, delivers fearless, uncensored political news and investigative reports, celebrated for breaking stories first.

The Hartmann Report | Thom Hartmann | Substack

by Thom Hartmann

America's #1 progressive talk show host, Thom Hartmann, delivers daily takes on US politics, current events, and cutting-edge science.

Lights, Camera, Equity!

by Jirair Ratevosian

Jirair Ratevosian offers a front-row seat to global health, dissecting politics, equity, and innovation from his vantage inside Congress and the HIV response.

Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN

CNN delivers breaking news alerts and updates on politics, technology, health, and trending topics, keeping you informed on global events.

Law and Chaos | Liz Dye | Substack

by Liz Dye

Legal journalists Liz Dye and Andrew Torrez provide a left-of-center deep dive into the legal stories shaping US politics, dissecting court documents and cutting through political "BS."

All Rise News | Substack

by All Rise News

All Rise News offers accountability journalism empowering readers to push back against authoritarianism. Led by legal journalist Adam Klasfeld, it covers legal cases and citizen actions.

TDWVAN, For The Future And Our Wellbeing.

by Snarky

Snarky's newsletter deep-dives into important, overlooked current events, summarizing key topics to help readers make better life decisions and engage.

☕️ Coffee & Covid 2025 🦠 | Jeff Childers | Substack

by Jeff Childers

Jeff Childers rallies his

Hopium Chronicles By Simon Rosenberg | Substack

by Simon Rosenberg

Simon Rosenberg's Hopium Chronicles offers an optimistic view of politics, providing data and strategies to counter MAGA's negativity and defend democracy.

Proud to be an American, by Tara Ross | Substack

by Tara Ross

Tara Ross, author, shares daily American history stories, constitutional insights, and a weekly Medal of Honor Monday.

Freedom Over Fascism

by Stephanie G Wilson, PhD

Dr. Stephanie G Wilson’s "Freedom Over Fascism" helps politically disengaged audiences understand and resist authoritarianism through values, history, and culture.

The Dworkin Report | Scott Dworkin | Substack

by Scott Dworkin

Scott Dworkin's The Dworkin Report leads a large anti-Trump movement, delivering top-ranked reporting and aggressive pressure campaigns to counter political chaos.

Welcome to Joy's House! | Joy-Ann Reid | Substack

by Joy-Ann Reid

Joy-Ann Reid's Joy's House offers daily notes, articles, books, and appearances, featuring podcasts on politics and culture.

Democratic Wins Media

by Democratic Wins Media

Democratic Wins Media offers a community platform for discussion among those interested in democratic successes, providing analysis and engagement.

The Michael Fanone Show | Substack

by Michael Fanone

Michael Fanone, former cop and Jan 6th victim, shares unfiltered takes, exposing rot and calling bullshit on power.

The Week in Polls | Mark Pack | Substack

by Mark Pack

Mark Pack, author of Polling UnPacked and House of Lords member, provides weekly insights from British political opinion polling.

Volts | David Roberts | Substack

by David Roberts

David Roberts' Volts offers deep, characterful analysis of clean energy and politics, detailing the accelerating fossil fuel transition with humor and expertise.

Michael Cohen

by Michael Cohen

Political commentator Michael Cohen offers insights on current events, legal matters, and his unique perspective on American politics.

Urgent Care

by andrea sankar

Medical historians and anthropologists provide historical and cultural context for attacks on the U.S. public health system and its impact on health equity.

Adam Kinzinger | Substack

by Adam Kinzinger

Adam Kinzinger, former GOP Congressman and J6 committee member, reflects on his political transformation, critiquing Trump and sharing insights on democracy and political life.

Freedom Caucus Fund | House Freedom Fund | Substack

by House Freedom Fund

The House Freedom Fund supports conservative candidates aligned with the House Freedom Caucus by providing grassroots funding and resources to challenge the Washington establishment.

Cue the Crickets

by Jim Treacher

Cue the Crickets by Jim Treacher offers political commentary primarily through a podcast. Expect audio insights.