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OUR TROUBLED STATE

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Arlen Grossman

(As a lifetime Californian, I didn’t enjoy reading Josh Barros’ analysis of why my great state has so many problems. But I know he’s right. Judging by the weak candidates for governor, you have to believe any competent politician would … Continue reading →

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Who Would Be the Best Democrat to Beat the Demented Orange Autocrat?

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Arlen Grossman

Breaking news is plentiful–unfortunately it’s all bad. Trump continues his total takedown of the U.S. government. On the YouTube videocast “Halitics” Wednesday Hal Ginsberg and I discussed which Democrat could successfully run against Trump (whose approval ratings continue to tank). … Continue reading →

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Halitics: Can Democrats Make Progress in 2026 and 2028?

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Arlen Grossman

Is there a Democrat out there who can excite and motivate enough voters to knock off the MAGA GOP in 2028? A number of of them were discussed in a NY Times article, especially governors J.P.Pritzgar of Illinois, Gretchen Whitmer … Continue reading →

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