The Contrarian

Marni von Wilpert shares how her diverse public service background prepares her to take on Capitol Hill.

Contrarian Calls to Action: How to make a difference for democracy.

Michigan candidate Matt Maasdam strongly believes that leaders should serve the people, people shouldn't serve their leaders.

A cartoon by Michael de Adder

Attacks on women's rights continue. We must stay vigilant.

A brand new book from Brian Tyler Cohen, Blanche and Clayton squirm under pressure, and Trump's election meddling intensifies

A cartoon by RJ Matson

Thursday: Protests in Utah, Wisconsin, Texas, and Japan, plus planning ahead.

Democracy does not defend itself

And other cringeworthy moments from his senate confirmation hearing

Suppressing free press, everything wrong with Todd Blanche, we still don't have an Iran peace deal, a blue Texas, The Pod

All eyes are on an agency that, per its own mandate, probably shouldn't exist anymore.

Economists Jared Bernstein and Aya Ibrahim look at how the economy is processing it all.

A cartoon by Michael de Adder

Journalists were subpoenaed by previous administrations, and they stood by their sources

Dr. Kristin Hook explains why her background as a Texan and experienced public servant makes her the best candidate to take over Rep. Chip Roy's district.

Blanche's big day, Epstein survivors on the Hill, and Trump clings for dear life to false election narratives

One side could mistake a limited strike for a red line crossed.

For months, Acting AG Todd Blanche has dodged a clear answer — but The Contrarian hasn't looked away. Here's a range of takes on Trump's ex-lawyer ahead of his confirmation hearing to lead the DOJ.

Israel’s conduct warrants a strong U.S. reaction.