Voices Today: Power to the People

As we approach a pivotal election season, the central tension in American life remains the imbalance between concentrated corporate power and the well-being of the working class. From the halls of Congress to the factory floor, the demand for structural reform is growing louder and more coordinated than we have seen in decades.

Today’s selections highlight a burgeoning progressive agenda that seeks to move beyond incrementalism. Whether it is the fight for universal childcare or the internal battle to hold corporations accountable for price-gouging, the path forward requires a bold rejection of the neoliberal status quo.

What the columnists are saying today

The Most Cursed Team in American Sports

The Atlantic — A deep dive into the cultural endurance and optimism of Buffalo Bills fans facing another high-stakes season.

My Brother Wants to Visit With His Family. But an Unwelcome Guest Is Threatening the Whole Trip.

Slate Magazine — A personal exploration of how family estrangement and unresolved history can complicate even the most well-intentioned gatherings.

The Battle Lines Are Forming for the Democrats’ Next Big Fight

The New Republic — As Democrats eye a legislative majority, a major internal debate looms over how aggressively to challenge corporate dominance.

The Real AI Threat Is Already Here

Thenation.com — Jeet Heer argues that the immediate danger of AI lies in its current use for warfare rather than future sci-fi scenarios.

Canada’s Plans for Donald Trump | The New Yorker Radio Hour

The New Yorker — Chrystia Freeland discusses Canada's shifting foreign policy as trust in American political stability continues to erode.

Universal childcare is set to be a 2028 presidential test

Vox — Representative Ro Khanna’s bold $80 billion proposal signals that universal childcare will be a defining issue for the next decade.

The Militants’ Victory at the UAW

The American Prospect — Shawn Fain’s landslide re-election at the UAW cements a new era of militant, worker-led unionism despite federal interference.

The strength of our democracy depends on a vibrant labor movement and a government that puts people before profits. We want to hear your thoughts on which of these issues should be the top priority for the next legislative session—send us your letters.