History · Featured Essay
The History of Political Division in the United States
A survey of political polarization from the founding era to today, and why the current moment is different.
December 8, 2025
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Essays and analysis from our members. When we take a side, we explain why.
Six essays published
How to Bridge the Political-Religious Gap
How can Democrats appeal to white Evangelical voters who disagree with them on social issues?
December 21, 2025How Republicans Can Win African American Protestant Voters
The follow-up to the political-religious gap essay: how the Republican Party could appeal to African American Protestant voters.
Companion pieceWhat is Affordable Housing?
A look at AMI, zoning, construction costs, and Section 8, and why affordable housing in New York often is not affordable at all.
EssayWould Abolishing the Electoral College Strengthen America's Democracy?
The case for replacing the Electoral College with a national popular vote.
EssayThere Is Only One Correct Vote on Prop 50
Our writers took a side on California's redistricting measure and explained why.
November 14, 2025 · External