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Robert B. Reich: How to root out Trumpism
It's critically important for Democrats, progressives, and everyone concerned about social justice to see where the anger in America's heartland has come from, to channel it toward its real causes,...

Robert B. Reich: Harris’ closing message: Why it must center on anti-elitist economics
If Trump gives them an answer -- although baseless and demagogic -- but Harris does not, he may sail to victory on Nov. 5.

Robert B. Reich: Trump’s penis envy: Winning presidency more important to him than preserving democracy
Trump has been haunted by fears of being insufficiently masculine and virile. This is the source of his anger. It's key to understanding his misogyny.

Robert B. Reich: Keep the faith as election draws near
I can't sugarcoat this. It is frightening and worrying. We have already endured four years of Trump. Another term could tip America and the world into full-bore fascism.

Robert B. Reich: How did the GOP become the party of cranks, crackpots and fruitcakes?
He blew off a vote on a declaration that would have granted Governor Roy Cooper key emergency powers ahead of Hurricane Helene's landfall.

Robert B. Reich: How the hell can Trump be running neck-and-neck with Harris? Let me tell you
With less than 40 days until Election Day, how can it be that Trump has taken a small lead in Arizona and Georgia -- two swing states he lost to...

Robert B. Reich: ‘Hate’ has become Trump’s signature utterance
We must call them out for what they're doing. We must vote against the haters now running for office, from Trump on down, and urge others to join us.

Robert B. Reich: Trump’s hate is no joke
There no justification whatsoever for violence or threats of violence in our democracy.

Robert B. Reich: Trump’s woman problem
Women of America, this is your time. The nation needs you now more than ever.

Opinion: Why giant mergers harm workers
The Biden administration has made priorities of both cracking down on corporate concentration and strengthening labor unions.