America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 21hJason Stanley on the weaponization of anti-Semitism, the Harvard faculty letter, and why conflating Jewish identity with Israeli policy sets American Jews up to take the blame. Full interview: buff.ly/fbLHeXL 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 22hJason Stanley recalls a 2017 talk in Kyiv, where an audience member pointed out that a line he uses to describe fascist rhetoric, claiming your nation is the greatest in history, is one American presidents use too. Full interview: buff.ly/fbLHeXL 010
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Two Stanford democracy scholars. One question: what do the midterms mean for the world? Michael McFaul and Larry Diamond, live this Wednesday, Oct. 7, 5 PM PT. Join us LIVE here: buff.ly/iLOA28pbuff.lyAmerica Votes, the World Watches: The Midterms and Global Battle for DemocracyWednesday October 7 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register America Votes, the World Watches: The Midterms and Global Battle for Democracy Michael McFaul Michael McFaul is one of America’s leading experts on… 011
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Philosopher and ‘How Fascism Works’ author Jason Stanley gives a working definition of fascism, and explains why it isn’t just anti-Jewish or anti-immigrant rhetoric. Full interview: buff.ly/fbLHeXL 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Jason Stanley on why the same global elite that far-right parties claim to fight is quietly funding them, and why immigrants make a convenient scapegoat for AI-driven job loss. Full interview: buff.ly/fbLHeXL 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 01/10/2026If you enjoyed our convo with Sarah Longwell last night, go check out her new book on Amazon! buff.ly/x4AFIjW @sarahlongwell25.bsky.socialbuff.lyHow to Eat an Elephant: One Voter at a Time 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Jason Stanley: the Nuremberg Laws were modeled on America's Jim Crow laws — and his own father lost his German citizenship under them at age 3. Full interview: buff.ly/fbLHeXL 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 01/10/2026In case you missed Patt's amazing interview with Sarah Longwell LIVE last night, the recording is now up on YouTube and our Podcast platforms. buff.ly/4oJAHhX @sarahlongwell25.bsky.socialbuff.lySarah Longwell with Patt Morrison | America at a CrossroadsWhat can listening closely to voters tell us about the state of American politics—and where the country may be headed? Sarah Longwell, CEO and Publisher of The Bulwark and host of The Focus Group… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026TONIGHT: @@sarahlongwell25.bsky.social of The Bulwark joins Patt Morrison to talk about her new book, How to Eat an Elephant, and the road to the midterms. 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET · Live Q&A Register: buff.ly/GCZm7Nsbuff.lyHow to Eat an Elephant One Voter and One Election at a TimeWednesday September 30 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter and One Election at a Time Sarah Longwell Sarah Longwell is CEO and Publisher of The Bulwark, one of the largest… 3324
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026"Trump at 31%: When McDonald's Can't Make a Hamburger" Republican strategist Mike Murphy on the one polling number he watches — and why it spells trouble for the GOP in November. Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/vBPfFVUocQo #Trump #Economy #Midterms2026 #MikeMurphy #Polling 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026This Wednesday we're bringing back Sarah Longwell to discuss her new book, "How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter and One Election at a Time" Don't forget to register, join us LIVE, and bring your questions for Sarah! buff.ly/ykeX3G2 @sarahlongwell25.bsky.socialbuff.lyHow to Eat an Elephant One Voter and One Election at a TimeWednesday September 30 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter and One Election at a Time Sarah Longwell Sarah Longwell is CEO and Publisher of The Bulwark, one of the largest… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Should centrists ever work with Germany’s far-right AfD? Wooldridge’s answer comes down to one principle. Full conversation with Larry Mantle here: buff.ly/3Zqwz1a #AmericaAtACrossroads #AdrianWooldridge #Liberalism #AfD #Germany 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026America’s economy is outpacing Europe’s. Its politics are another story. Wooldridge on polarization, gerrymandering and gerontocracy. Full conversation with Larry Mantle here: buff.ly/3Zqwz1a #AmericaAtACrossroads #AdrianWooldridge #Liberalism #Polarization #Democracy 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026In case you missed last night's program with Jason Stanley, it's now LIVE on YouTube and our podcast platforms: buff.ly/J9ERIfH buff.ly/UnJEj3Ibuff.lyJason Stanley with Patt Morrison | America at a CrossroadsPhilosopher and leading scholar of propaganda and authoritarianism Jason Stanley joins veteran journalist and broadcaster Patt Morrison for a conversation on how propaganda, historical narratives,… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026The twilight of an autocratic age by our previous guest, David Ignatius buff.ly/nrwrZGU 010
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026How do you eat an elephant? One voter and one election at a time. The Bulwark's Sarah Longwell joins Patt Morrison to talk about her new book and the road to the midterms. Wed, Sept 30 · 5 PM PT · Live Q&A Register: buff.ly/moqkzfh @sarahlongwell25.bsky.socialbuff.lyHow to Eat an Elephant One Voter and One Election at a TimeWednesday September 30 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter and One Election at a Time Sarah Longwell Sarah Longwell is CEO and Publisher of The Bulwark, one of the largest… 3405
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026The U.S. was founded on liberal principles. Wooldridge traces how “liberal” went from an insult to a target — and who now calls themselves post-liberal. Full conversation with Larry Mantle here: buff.ly/3Zqwz1a #AmericaAtACrossroads #AdrianWooldridge #Liberalism #JDVance #Constitution 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Wooldridge calls America’s debt “disgraceful” and points to Denmark as a model for answering populist anxiety. Full conversation with Larry Mantle here: buff.ly/3Zqwz1a #AmericaAtACrossroads #AdrianWooldridge #Liberalism #Populism #Denmark 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Every radical movement eventually becomes the establishment. Wooldridge on why the center needs new ideas and new faces to compete with populists left and right. Full conversation with Larry Mantle here: buff.ly/3Zqwz1a #AmericaAtACrossroads #AdrianWooldridge #Liberalism #Democrats 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026You can be a big-government liberal or a small-government liberal, says Adrian Wooldridge. But there’s one line no liberal can cross. Full conversation with Larry Mantle here: buff.ly/3Zqwz1a #AmericaAtACrossroads #AdrianWooldridge #Liberalism #ChurchAndState 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026THE WAR ON TRUTH: Propaganda, History & American Democracy Don't forget to register for tomorrow's program with Jason Stanley (author of "How Fascism Works") and Patt Morrison, unpacking how propaganda and historical revisionism erode democratic institutions. Register free: buff.ly/8SuQXu6buff.lyThe War on Truth: Propaganda, History and American DemocracyWednesday September 23 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register The War on Truth: Propaganda, History and American Democracy Jason Stanley Jason Stanley is one of the country’s leading scholars of fascism,… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026THE WAR ON TRUTH: Propaganda, History & American Democracy Join us this Wed. at 5PM PT, Patt Morrison sits down with Jason Stanley (author of "How Fascism Works") to unpack how propaganda and historical revisionism erode democratic institutions. Register free: buff.ly/7NVSwyobuff.lyThe War on Truth: Propaganda, History and American DemocracyWednesday September 23 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register The War on Truth: Propaganda, History and American Democracy Jason Stanley Jason Stanley is one of the country’s leading scholars of fascism,… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Sept. 30th We're bringing back Sarah Longwell to discuss her new book, "How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter and One Election at a Time" Don't forget to register, join us LIVE, and bring your questions for Sarah! buff.ly/VfdJ9ok @sarahlongwell25.bsky.socialbuff.lyHow to Eat an Elephant One Voter and One Election at a TimeWednesday September 30 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter and One Election at a Time Sarah Longwell Sarah Longwell is CEO and Publisher of The Bulwark, one of the largest… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026"Seems like a weird hill to die on when you're talking about whether Trump gets to replace Alito and Clarence Thomas." - @RonBrownstein on Michigan Watch the full interview here: buff.ly/3xHpVa1 @ronbrownstein.bsky.social 111
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026"If you want to do a math equation on this election, it is a very simple question." - Ron Brownstein on the one number that decides 2026. Watch the full interview here: buff.ly/3xHpVa1 @ronbrownstein.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Democrats Gain Edge as Trump Drags Down G.O.P., New Poll Finds By Shane GoldmacherRuth Igielnik and Sophia June buff.ly/tq7wThz 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026"That's going to sneak up on people all fall." Ron Brownstein on why Kansas is in play, and the NYT reporting he thinks could crack it open. Watch the full interview here: buff.ly/3xHpVa1 @ronbrownstein.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026In case you missed last night's conversation with Adrian Wooldridge, it's now LIVE on Youtube and our podcast platforms! buff.ly/kbtbBYl buff.ly/JZm8KnZbuff.lyAdrian Wooldridge with Larry Mantle | America at a CrossroadsBloomberg Opinion columnist and political thinker Adrian Wooldridge joins veteran public radio host Larry Mantle for a discussion on whether American government can regain public trust and… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026"It would have been the Velvet Revolution." Ron Brownstein on what he thinks happens the day after a stolen election, and why he believes that, not the courts, is the real backstop. Watch the full interview here: buff.ly/3xHpVa1 @ronbrownstein.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Reagan and Bush won 38 states three straight times. Democrats still held most of those Senate seats. Trump has won 25 states three straight times. Democrats hold zero of the 50. Watch the full interview here: buff.ly/3xHpVa1 @ronbrownstein.bsky.social 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026 The Other War on Terror: 9/11 and the Unraveling of American Democracy by Daniel Benjamin and Steven N. Simon buff.ly/Ykxlie3buff.lyThe Other War on Terror9/11 and the unraveling of American democracy. 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Trump Launches an Unconstitutional Attack on the Census buff.ly/IAGyhDGbuff.lyhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/09/11/trump-proposed-census-changes-would-violate-constitution/?pwapi_token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJyZWFzb24iOiJnaWZ0IiwibmJmIjoxNzg5MjcyMDAwLCJpc3MiOiJzdWJzY3JpcHRpb25zIiwiZXhwIjoxNzkwNjU0Mzk5LCJpYXQiOjE3ODkyNzIwMDAsImp0aSI6ImU1MjBlY2Y0LWU1ZTEtNDJmZi1hMzdhLWIyOWM3NmJmOWIxNiIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lndhc2hpbmd0b25wb3N0LmNvbS9vcGluaW9ucy8yMDI2LzA5LzExL3RydW1wLXByb3Bvc2VkLWNlbnN1cy1jaGFuZ2VzLXdvdWxkLXZpb2xhdGUtY29uc3RpdHV0aW9uLyJ9.uL4NN3R7GKXtnHBGFZuyr0xVgzSp8C4PCU1O1GY-2wk&mc_cid=fde2bc8f87 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Can America Make Government Work Again? The Crisis of Competence, Populism and Trust Don't forget to join us for tonight's program with Adrian Wooldridge: buff.ly/vVa60Ylbuff.lyCan America Make Government Work Again?Wednesday September 16 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register Can America Make Government Work Again? The Crisis of Competence, Populism and Trust Adrian Wooldridge Adrian Wooldridge is a prominent British… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Ron Brownstein on the Virginia attorney general race that shows how little candidate-level damage moves votes in 2026 — and what that means for Republicans running in states Trump won. Watch the full interview here: buff.ly/3xHpVa1 @ronbrownstein.bsky.social 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Watch our full convo with Barbara on Youtube - buff.ly/yRsan38 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Two Nations. Two Democracies at Stake. By previous America at a Crossroads Guest, Thomas Friedman www.nytimes.com/2026/09/08/o... 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Jack Smith's case was dismissed without prejudice. Barbara McQuade on the tolling argument that could bring it back in 2029. Watch the Full Interview here - youtu.be/42_DAL-Tkn8 @barbmcquade.bsky.social 020
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026J.D. Vance asked who's going to enforce a court order. Barbara McQuade has an answer: move the U.S. Marshals out of the Justice Department. Watch the Full Interview here - youtu.be/42_DAL-Tkn8 @barbmcquade.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026The Constitution gives states the power to set the manner of elections. Barbara McQuade on why the Postal Service doesn't get a vote. Watch the Full Interview here - youtu.be/42_DAL-Tkn8 @barbmcquade.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026In case you missed it live: @RonBrownstein on what happens if Trump tries to contest a losing midterm: "It would have been the Velvet Revolution... there would be more people in the streets at that point than ever in American history." Full conversation with Madeleine Brand ↓ buff.ly/tNQGPfbyoutu.beRon Brownstein with Madeleine Brand | America at a CrossroadsSenior political analyst Ron Brownstein joins award-winning journalist Madeleine Brand for a timely analysis of the 2026 midterm elections and what the results could mean for the future of American… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Barbara McQuade spent two decades as a federal prosecutor building cases against organized crime and public corruption. She says the tactics she is watching now are the same ones. youtu.be/8OXaZGi1t70 @barbmcquade.bsky.socialyoutu.beShe Prosecuted the Mob for 20 Years. Then Came Trump. | Barbara McQuadeBarbara McQuade spent two decades as a federal prosecutor building cases against organized crime and public corruption. She says the tactics she is watching now are the same ones. In this… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Every law firm that fought Trump's executive orders in court won. The ones that settled are now losing clients and lawyers. Barbara McQuade on the cost of caving. Watch the Full Interview here - youtu.be/42_DAL-Tkn8 @barbmcquade.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026The proposed Postal Service ballot rule doesn't just reject a bad ballot, it rejects the entire batch it arrived in. Barbara McQuade on what that means for November. Watch the Full Interview here - youtu.be/42_DAL-Tkn8 @barbmcquade.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026A federal prosecutor who spent 20 years on organized crime and public corruption cases explains why the second Trump administration reminds her of a protection racket. Watch the Full Interview here - youtu.be/42_DAL-Tkn8 @barbmcquade.bsky.social 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026TONIGHT We're bringing on Ron Brownstein LIVE with Madeleine Brand. Midterms: Who's Winning the Battle for America's Future? If you haven't registered yet, head to our website to join us live on Zoom: www.jewsunitedfordemocracy.org/blog/event/s... @ronbrownstein.bsky.socialjewsunitedfordemocracy.orgMidterms: Who's Winning the Battle for America's FutureWednesday September 9 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register Midterms: Who’s Winning the Battle for America’s Future Ron Brownstein Ronald Brownstein, a two-time finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for his… 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...foreignaffairs.comThe Abandoned OrderLearning to live in a post-American world. 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026These Generals Fought for Israel. Now They See ‘Jewish Terrorism’ as the Threat. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/31/w... 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Pete Hegseth is a Wrecking Ball www.nytimes.com/2026/09/06/o... 000
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Don't forget to register for this Wednesday's program with Ron Brownstein - Midterms: Who's Winning the Battle for America's Future www.jewsunitedfordemocracy.org/blog/event/s...jewsunitedfordemocracy.orgMidterms: Who's Winning the Battle for America's FutureWednesday September 9 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register Midterms: Who’s Winning the Battle for America’s Future Ron Brownstein Ronald Brownstein, a two-time finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for his… 001
America at a Crossroads @crossroadstalks.bsky.social · 05/09/2026This Wed. we're bringing on Ron Brownstein and Madeleine Brand: Midterms: Who's Winning the Battle for America's Future Don't forget to register and join them LIVE on zoom, Wed, 9.9 @5pm pt. www.jewsunitedfordemocracy.org/blog/event/s...jewsunitedfordemocracy.orgMidterms: Who's Winning the Battle for America's FutureWednesday September 9 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. PT Register Midterms: Who’s Winning the Battle for America’s Future Ron Brownstein Ronald Brownstein, a two-time finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for his… 000