Author: Norman Solomon

By Norman Solomon The threat of fascism will hardly disappear when Donald Trump moves out of the White House in two weeks. On Capitol Hill, the Republicans who’ve made clear their utter contempt for democracy will retain powerful leverage over the U.S. government. And they’re securely entrenched because Trumpism continues to thrive in much of…

By Norman Solomon Sometimes a couple of nominations convey an incoming president’s basic mindset and worldview. That’s how it seems with Joe Biden’s choices to run the Office of Management and Budget and the State Department. For OMB director, Biden selected corporate centrist Neera Tanden, whose Center for American Progress thrives on the largesse of…

By Norman Solomon The third time would not be a charm. People on the left did very little to challenge Bill Clinton after he won the presidency in 1992. Two years later, a big Republican wave took control of Congress. People on the left did very little to challenge Barack Obama after he won the…

Published by Salon By Norman Solomon Being a careful proofreader, I provided some volunteer assistance to Mayor Pete: ———- Forwarded message ———From: Pete Buttigieg <info@wintheera.com>Date: Wed, Dec 16, 2020Subject: Thank you From the desk of PETE BUTTIGIEG Hi there, Earlier today I stood on stage with President-elect Biden, where I was humbled to be paid off by being nominated to…

By Norman Solomon Bernie Sanders is not in a good political position right now. Yes, he continues to speak vital truths to — and about — power. His ability to reach a national audience with progressive wisdom and specific proposals is unmatched. And, during the last several decades, no one has done more to move…