In this issue

The post-midterm election era is here with lots of new developments on the winners and losers. "Kind of Blue" by Tim Murphy features what Beto O'Rourke has done to power a resurgence in Texas despite his near win. and the actions David Corn says the Democrats can make as they take over the House in 2019, "Hammer Time." We also have good news coming from Kiera Butler's report about one of the best preschools in the South. No kiddings, read "Alabama Miracle." Then there is the story about people trying to do more for sick kids, "The Fight for Moira" and others on a mission to shed the safety net from families in need, "Welfare Warrior." We have it all. Every issue. Please subscribe.

What's Coming For Trump?

Which investigation will the Dems launch first?

8 mins

The Beto Bump Has Texas Democrats Feeling.... Hopeful?

Beto O’Rourke may have been defeated, but he powered a Democratic resurgence in Texas.

10+ mins

Voting Rights Are On A Roll

After an orgy of Republican voter suppression in 2018, voting rights may finally be a winning issue for Democrats.

6 mins

How The Reddest Of Red States Built A Preschool Program Second To None

How the reddest of red states built a preschool program second to none

10+ mins

The Problem With Sexy Science

When peer review fails, how can journalists, researchers, and lawmakers be more vigilant?

4 mins

Where's The Beef?

Livestock companies have a message for veggie burger makers: Hands off the word “meat.”

3 mins

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