Media & Message
Katrina vanden Heuval on The Nation Magazine and Progressive Media
Few people know the world of progressive media better than Katrina vanden Heuval, who was editor of The Nation magazine for nearly 25 years. She talks to Blue Editor David Callahan. Read more
Apr 29, 2021
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How Much Should Democrats Care What Is Popular?
A coalition of analysts and pundits is trying to convince progressives to focus more on policies and messages that poll well. But some critics say that approach will demobilize key voters. Read more
Mar 15, 2021
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Live by the Tweet, Die by the Tweet
Twitter has fueled the careers of any number of progressive leaders and commentators. But recent events show it also can be a toxic arena where enemies are made and ambitions are derailed. Read more
Mar 1, 2021
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Progressive Tech Trends After Trump
New Media Ventures backs early-stage progressive entrepreneurs and organizers who are developing tech for movement building and politics. Where are its investments heading now? Read more
Feb 17, 2021
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Church and State: Inside Win McCormack's New Republic
Publishing magnate and Democratic donor Win McCormack bought The New Republic to advocate his vision of liberalism. He's faced internal challenges and a crowded progressive media landscape. Read more
Feb 11, 2021
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Behind a Push to Bring "Sanity" and Actual Facts to State News Coverage
The collapse of media covering state politics has left a void that's being filled by right-wing media syndicates and conservative policy networks. States Newsroom is one effort to revive independent local journalism. Read more
Feb 3, 2021
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Questions for Rebecca Katz, Founder of New Deal Strategies
Katz got her start on Capitol Hill, worked on progressive political campaigns, and now helps run consulting firm New Deal Strategies. She talked to Blue Tent about her journey and what's next. Read more
Jan 20, 2021
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5 Lefty Creators Banking-In on Patreon
Not every progressive media personality is relying on MSNBC or some other corporation to get their voice out there. These independent pundits are crowdfunding their work. Read more
Jan 14, 2021
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What Claire McCaskill Tells Us About Moderate Democrats and MSNBC
Claire McCaskill lost an election and became a talking head. In recent months, she's been ubiquitous. The left wants to know why anyone should bother listening. Read more
Jan 13, 2021
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At POGO, Journalism Drives a Reform Agenda
The DC group's team of journalists conducts investigations related to government waste, fraud, and abuse of power. Its advocacy team develops policy fixes to address spotlighted problems. Read more
Jan 12, 2021
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At Two Top Progressive Faith Publications, Women Are Now in Charge
This summer, in the middle of a pandemic, women took on top editorial roles at the country’s major progressive faith publications. They’ve made it work despite the demands of motherhood. Read more
Dec 28, 2020
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Once a Snarky Blog, Grist Has Become a Leading Voice for Climate Justice
From humble beginnings, with a small readership of crunchy environmentalists, the nonprofit outlet has grown into a leading newsroom with an eye for racial justice and climate solutions. Read more
Dec 22, 2020
Here are 8 of the Top Podcasts on the Left Right Now
While the right may dominate talk radio, a growing number of progressive voices are finding success in podcasts. These shows provide a mix of progressive political commentary and humor. Read more
Dec 21, 2020
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The Nine Biggest Progressive Substack Newsletters
As media organizations struggle to stay afloat, some prominent journalists have jumped ship, gambling that readers will pay them directly for their work. Who's making it work? Read more
Dec 16, 2020
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Meet the Top 13 Progressive Twitter Influencers
Twitter increasingly serves as a window into the minds of the American left, serving as a sort of public square for its activists and thinkers. Read our guide to its biggest movers and shakers. Read more
Dec 15, 2020
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Looking for Press? Here are the Top PR Firms for Progressives
With new activism and new funding powering an expanding ecosystem of progressive groups, firms that help get out their message are thriving. We look at six key players in this mix. Read more
Dec 10, 2020
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David Sirota Wants to End the Scourge of "Brunch Liberalism"
With his newsletter, The Daily Poster, the journalist and former Bernie Sanders staffer is pumping out attacks on the Democratic establishment and says his goal is to hold Joe Biden accountable. Read more
Dec 10, 2020
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Labor Reporting is Back in a Big Way
As union membership shrank in America over the last several decades, so too did the number of journalists reporting on the lives of working people. Now, amid a resurgence of worker organizing, that's changing. Read more
Dec 1, 2020
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Organizing Upgrade is Providing a Space for Activists to Reflect
This progressive publication serves as a space for activists to gather their thoughts and strategize. Read more
Nov 10, 2020
