Politics Extra

Inside the Republican invisible primary of 2024, from the perspective of a political scientist

Analysis and reporting on politics and culture in America. No partisan loyalties. No tribal prejudices.

Independent accountability journalism.

Data-driven thoughts on all things politics, public opinion polling, demographics & election forecasting.

I've covered everything from three wars, a few presidential campaigns, the Stonewall riots and the Rolling Stones. This column reflects that history and is about politics, culture, personal stories, and the nation's descent into anti-democratic madness.

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