Texas: Queer Cowgirls, Colonias, and Climate Change
Following the lead of Georgia, a wave of new, fearless progressive leaders has been laying the groundwork for a political revolution in Texas.
Black History, Black Futures: A Conversation with Jessica Byrd
It’s Black History Month (don’t tell Steve). While he may not be a fan of our very short month of Black history reflection, we can all agree that every month is a good month to highlight Black people leading the charge towards a better future for all of us.
Fast and Furious: Breaking Down Biden’s Executive Actions
ICYMI, Joe Biden and his administration hit the ground running since his first official day in office. After four years of, well, you know, we like our White House this way: boring and efficient. Light on drama, heavy on getting stuff done.
Next: The First 100 Days
We’re not crying, you are (okay, we’re crying). On January 20th, we watched history unfold as President Joe Biden and Madam Vice President Kamala Harris took their oaths of office.
Who Is the Next Stacey Abrams?
It’s a new year indeed. We’re just seven days into 2021 and the country’s New American Majority has wasted no time flexing its political muscle.
Looks Like We Made It: The Silver Linings of 2020
In this year’s final episode, we look back at the last 12 months to find the silver linings of a rough year. Turns out, there’s still a lot to smile about.
Georgia: What Winning Looks Like
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by one of the architects of the political transformation of the Peach State—New Georgia Project Action Fund CEO Nse Ufot.
Politically, We Need to Respect the Chitlins
Thanksgiving is different this year, but it could’ve looked even more terrifying if not for the millions of people who persisted in myriad ways to forestall fascism, kick Trump out of the White House and reclaim our country for the multi-racial majority.
After the Election: America’s Road Ahead
With the defeat of Trump, we managed to forestall fascism for the moment, and the entire world is taking a collective sigh of relief.
Special Election Episode: The Next President
Steve, Sharline and data scientist Dr. Julie Martinez Ortega give us a post-Election Day update of everything that went down last night.
The Four Things to Watch on Election Night
With just five days left before Election Day, we offer a How-To guide of what to watch for as election results unfold on November 3rd.
Why Trump's Health Matters to Democrats
Trump didn't believe in COVID; then he got COVID. Then he got better (or so it is seeming, at least for now). Schadenfreude abounded especially when the news that he had tested positive for the virus was first announced.
What You Can Do Before Election Day
With Election Day right around the corner, we answer a question on everyone’s mind—What more can I do in these final few weeks?
Are We Going To Win?
We are here for you. In this episode, we offer insight and analysis to help talk you and your friends off the ledge as we all anxiously wait and work towards the November elections, which is less than 50 days away.
Pass or Fail?: Report Cards for Democratic Super PACs
Hot off the press! Democracy in Color just released our 2020 Report Cards on the Democratic Party SuperPACs—the organizations that raise and spend hundreds of millions of dollars to elect Democratic candidates.
The Kamala Harris We Know
Few people know Kamala Harris like we in the Bay Area do. We discuss Joe Biden’s selection of the former San Francisco district attorney and Oakland native as his running mate.
Veepstakes! - The women who could be vice president (Part 2)
A vice presidential candidate will be chosen by Joe Biden any day now. The top six finalists are Kamala Harris, Susan Rice, Karen Bass, Elizabeth Warren, Tammy Duckworth and Val Demings.
Passing the Baton
With the recent passing of Civil Rights legends Congressman John Lewis and Reverend C.T. Vivian, many people are focusing on who will take the baton of leadership and carry it forward.
Reparations 101
School is not back in session yet but clearly there are a lot of people who need schooling, especially when it comes to understanding reparations.
Trump Is In Trouble
From failed political rallies to plummeting poll numbers to big losses in the Supreme Court, Trump is descending rapidly toward the nadir of his presidency.