For decades, the phrase “Thank God for Mississippi” has been used as a popular saying, particularly in the South, to excuse another state’s poor performance in various rankings on topics like education, poverty, economic development, healthcare, obesity, life expectancy, crime, and many other issues. Read more.

Ry • October 22, 2025 • 13 minute read

In prior shutdowns, the battle over public opinion has been defined by the “blame game” - who Americans blame more in the midst of an ongoing government shutdown. However, this time is different, as the public is, for the first time, at least somewhat in favor of shutting down the government to achieve a policy goal. Read more.

Declan • October 14, 2025 • 11 minute read

To say the least, Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the New York Mayoral Primary over Former Governor Andrew Cuomo was a massive political earthquake, the consequences of which are only beginning to reverberate through the Democratic party. Read more.

William • October 9, 2025 • 6 minute read