Rand Paul — Opportunitarian
Reading Time: 3 minutes We think Rand Paul deserves his very own brand of politics.
The Kavanaugh Hearing: Beyond the Soundbites
Reading Time: 11 minutes Democrats tried to expose some of his more conservative views, but Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh hid behind the fine print.
Will the Real Voter Fraud Criminals Please Stand Up
Reading Time: 3 minutes If you as an individual unwittingly vote illegally, prepare to face harsh consequences. But if you’re a government official and you illegally nullify millions of votes, simply rinse and repeat. Because justice apparently is… blind.
The Rich Are Loving the Economy — It’s a Different Story for Regular Americans
Reading Time: 4 minutes According to President Donald Trump, the economy is doing stupendous — thanks to him. But the reality on the ground is that American workers have seen better days, back when unions were prevalent and had real leverage.
Let’s Give Trump the Military Parade He Deserves
Reading Time: 3 minutes President Donald Trump has called off plans to hold a military parade… for now. We think it should happen and here is why.
District Court Rules Against North Carolina Gerrymandering
Reading Time: 3 minutes A North Carolina district court has found the state’s current districts unconstitutional. This could lead to pre-midterms redistricting — though state Republicans may appeal to the US Supreme Court.
Warren’s New Goal: Actually Draining the Swamp
Reading Time: 5 minutes Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), a potential 2020 presidential contender, just introduced a fierce anti-corruption bill that DC insiders are calling pie-in-the-sky. But, of course, they would say that, wouldn’t they?
The Backstory to ‘Better Call Michael Cohen’ You May Have Missed
Reading Time: 26 minutes Trump’s former personal attorney Michael Cohen has pleaded guilty to a number of federal charges, putting President Donald Trump in legal jeopardy. Here’s the strange history of how a relatively unknown lawyer with Russian and Ukrainian ties became intertwined with the Trump empire.
We Got Hit by a Russian Spambot Attack — Here’s What They Targeted
Reading Time: 3 minutes A Russian network of spambots recently attacked WhoWhatWhy. That we were targeted isn’t surprising, but what they targeted is very interesting.
More Marijuana Legalization Coming — Could Trump Be On Board?
Reading Time: 3 minutes 2018 has been a good year for marijuana legalization. And it may only be getting better come November.
Washington State Judge Rules Against Kids in Climate Change Lawsuit
Reading Time: 3 minutes A Washington State judge dismisses climate change lawsuit in a blow to a group of youth activists. While a setback, the activists vow to continue the fight.
What Will Happen If Abortion Legislation Is Turned Back to the States?
Reading Time: 4 minutes Some states’ laws are already cutting access to reproductive health care. What can the rest of the US expect if a conservative SCOTUS tips the balance on Roe v. Wade?
What Trump Was Hinting at in Cohen Tweet
Reading Time: 26 minutes Michael Cohen may have just jeopardized Trump’s presidency. Long before the spotlight was on the president’s most troublesome ex-attorney, WhoWhatWhy was probing this curious character in the Russiagate saga.
Let’s Get the Facts Straight About Mueller and His Investigation
Reading Time: 4 minutes There is a lot of confusion about special counsel Robert Mueller’s mission. We’re cutting through the clutter.
Hot Air and a Big Baby — Trump Can Expect Snarky Treatment in the UK
Reading Time: 3 minutes The US president is notoriously thin-skinned. He’s faced considerable protests across America — but it’s about to be turned up to “11” when he touches down in the UK tomorrow.
Afghanistan: 17 Years of Incompetence, Corruption, and Waste
Reading Time: 4 minutes A new government report concludes that the US’s ongoing effort — now in its 17th year — to stabilize and reconstruct Afghanistan has been marred by misspending, corruption, and incompetence.
Has the Right-Wing Spin Machine Met Its Match?
Reading Time: 4 minutes Right-wing spinmeisters like Sean Hannity are using Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a tool to scare their audiences. They should be afraid of her — but for different reasons.
The Lack of Accountability in US Politics Is Beyond Shameful
Reading Time: 3 minutes With so much job security, US politicians can get away with just about anything and the country suffers as a result.
Justice Kennedy’s Departure a Grim Prospect for Election Reform
Reading Time: 6 minutes Justice Anthony Kennedy has announced his retirement from the Supreme Court — and the consequences could be dire for a number of election reform efforts. Kennedy had a mixed record on the issue but his successor will likely be much worse.
Not Who We Are? Racism Is as American as Apple Pie
Reading Time: 3 minutes Many US cable news pundits are saying that the Trump administration’s immigrant family separation policy is “not who we are.” It’s a nice thought, but unfortunately it doesn’t comport with history or reality.