Author: Ben Spielberg
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A Plea to Progressives: Reject Russia Hysteria and Prioritize Social Justice
Intelligence agencies deserve more skepticism and the consequences of overstated threats and treason allegations deserve more thought.
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Written in 2017, Relevant in 2018 and Beyond
GOP lies, Democrats’ illiberalism, media failures, what good policy looks like, and how to win
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How to Spin an Agenda for the Rich as an Agenda for the Poor, by Paul Ryan
If you back my agenda, you may get asked about its immorality during the tax debate. Here’s my guide on what to say.
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34justice Partners with Run It Black
I’m excited to announce that 34justice is partnering with Run It Black, a podcast on “sports, politics, culture, and the intersection of race” from David Tigabu and Mike Mitchell. Mike taught me much of what I know about podcasting, and David is no newcomer to 34justice, having previously authored a great piece for…
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Improving the Structure of Math Departments
How can we assign teachers to the classes in which they’re needed most while reducing burnout?
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Amen for Alternative Media
Especially given corporate capture of the mainstream media, access to independent media sources on the Internet is a welcome development.
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Ellison for DNC Chair: It Matters
If the race isn’t about whether the Democrats embrace Bernie Sanders’ vision, it’s hard to understand why Tom Perez is running.
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“March for Life” and “Pro-Life” Are Misnomers
If you’re not anti-war, anti-death penalty, pro-inclusive immigration, and pro-substantial benefits for the poor, you’re not “pro-life.”
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U.S. Intelligence Agencies Scoff at Criticism of Police Brutality, Fracking, and “Alleged Wall Street Greed”
A new report on Russia from our intelligence agencies lacks evidence and casts legit critiques of United States policy as part of a Kremlin plot.
