

Review: Pixar’s ‘Soul’ and the Battle for Yours
Entertainment is a medium that many people believe falls outside the sphere of political and religious influence. However, it is increasingly being used to push agendas on those who may believe they are simply consuming mindless amusement. Ironically, the word … Continue reading Review: Pixar’s ‘Soul’ and the Battle for Yours

The Most Unsettled Electoral Map Since The Dawn Of The New Millennium
Neither party walked away from this November without major scars. Both were forced to analyze an unsettled electoral landscape and see the extent of their current electoral strategies. Compared to prior years, more states are up for grabs than ever … Continue reading The Most Unsettled Electoral Map Since The Dawn Of The New Millennium

The Antietam Election
For students of American history the Battle of Antietam during the American Civil War is analogous to the 2020 election. During the battle – credited as the turning point of the war in favor of the Union – more than … Continue reading The Antietam Election

Georgia: Where The Senate Will Be Won Which Is Good News For The GOP
More likely than not, Senate control will not be decided until January 5th, when a pair of run-offs in Georgia will determine the fate of Mitch McConnell, Chuck Schumer and Joe Biden. This is good news for the GOP despite … Continue reading Georgia: Where The Senate Will Be Won Which Is Good News For The GOP

2020 Was The Status Quo Election
Once you start filtering out the California and NY State impacts on the popular vote – and start looking at the results downballot you have to be shocked by the results. Not only did the blue wave fail to materialize, … Continue reading 2020 Was The Status Quo Election

The GOP Actually Had A Good Election: That Is Bad News For Pollsters
As the election dust settles and we get a clearer picture of the results two things stand out. First, Trump’s loss clouds over the fact the GOP actually had a good election – particularly in the states. Secondly, and more … Continue reading The GOP Actually Had A Good Election: That Is Bad News For Pollsters

At This Point: Even If Biden Wins, Progressives Lose
The results are in and while many Trump supporters (myself included) have to be disappointed with the results the sharp divergence from what happened with what the polls were saying (more on this in a later post once we have … Continue reading At This Point: Even If Biden Wins, Progressives Lose

Why Increased Turnout Does Not Equal The End For Trump
With early voting ending across the country today and reports of increased turnout all across the nation the stars seem aligned for a massive Trump defeat. After – all, conventional wisdom holds increased turnout signals the end of the GOP … Continue reading Why Increased Turnout Does Not Equal The End For Trump

Why Trump’s Populism (If Not Rhetoric) Is The Future Of The GOP
As the days leading up to the 2020 election shrink, prognosticators are already predicting the future. Diversity loving neo-liberals like Ronald Brownstein are already going full steam ahead on the GOP coalition’s xenophobic, rapidly shrinking base will find itself increasing … Continue reading Why Trump’s Populism (If Not Rhetoric) Is The Future Of The GOP

Why Trump’s Best Shot In The Rust Belt Remains Pennsylvania
Predictably, national polls have shown the Presidential race tighten as voter models and screens have been firmed up. For the first time in months the President actually took the lead in the RCP average in Florida. More importantly though the … Continue reading Why Trump’s Best Shot In The Rust Belt Remains Pennsylvania