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Biden is Out: The New Campaign Democrats Must Run, Regardless of Their Nominee
With the 2024 election fast approaching, Democrats must seize this opportunity to revise their messaging and revitalize their prospects.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Jul 24, 202443 min read


Engage: Breaking the Cycle of Apathy and Extremism
An essential call to action amidst widespread political apathy in a historic election year.

Eli Leal-Schuman
May 24, 202413 min read


The ‘Weaponized Justice System’ Conspiracy Theory, Debunked.
The conspiracy to destroy the legitimacy of America's justice system has prevailed for too long; it's time our citizens knew the truth.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Dec 12, 202336 min read


Punishing Homelessness is a Crime Against Humanity: Root Causes and Compassionate Solutions (Guest Article)
Homelessness is not a crime. Society needs compassion and causation-targeted solutions, not criminalization, to make real progress.
Luke Wilson
Jul 29, 202412 min read


Money vs. Democracy: The Rise of Exorbitant Digital Campaigning and its Implications for Elected Officials’ Accountability
Authors note: This publication’s format doesn’t conform to the typical Overheard in the Capitol conventions because ideally, it’s going...

Eli Leal-Schuman
Mar 29, 202422 min read


“Poisonous Power”: An Essay on Criminal Injustice.
Today, faith in the U.S. criminal justice system is abysmal; in this essay, I contend that systemic power disparities are to blame.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Mar 1, 20249 min read


Diagnosing America's Crisis of Democracy, in 250 words.
After mentioning political polarization in nearly every previous article, I decided to address it directly...in just 250 words.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Oct 19, 20233 min read


The 14th Amendment's Disqualification Clause is Stuck In Limbo.
The once awe-inspiring Disqualification Clause seems to be losing its luster. Could this spell the end for the innovative, untested theory?

Eli Leal-Schuman
Sep 13, 20236 min read


How the 14th Amendment Can Democratically Disqualify Trump, But Why It Won't:
The theory is legit! But its applications are heavily contended. Congress should be the solution, but polarization thwarts its productivity.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Aug 24, 20239 min read


Politics In The Barbie Movie... Oh, the Irony.
The Barbie Movie has induced political uproar through its feminist message, but its political themes transcend 'pink power'...

Eli Leal-Schuman
Aug 14, 202312 min read


Affirmative Action Dodged a Bullet, But the Supreme Court is Still Loaded.
The affirmative action ruling may not be as detrimental as it seems, but it symbolizes the potential danger of SCOTUS's imperial power...

Eli Leal-Schuman
Jul 17, 202312 min read


How the Documents Indictment Will Bolster Trump's Campaign:
Surely more criminal charges against Trump would further diminish his chances for re-election in 2024, right? Wrong. Let me explain:

Eli Leal-Schuman
Jun 14, 20239 min read


Why Anti-Trump Voters Should Be Celebrating the CNN Town Hall
CNN's town hall has brought harsh criticism against the media powerhouse, but here's why Trump critics should celebrate the train wreck:

Eli Leal-Schuman
May 15, 20237 min read


Unpacking the Debt Limit Debates — Motivations, Solutions, and Consequences... Even Without a Default.
Breaks down the debt crisis in 3 unique contexts: McCarthy's speakership, Section 4 of the 14th Amendment, and partisan stratification.

Eli Leal-Schuman
May 8, 202312 min read


DeSantis Has Committed The Political Equivalent to Double-Suicide.
Analyzes the effects of DeSantis v Disney on DeSantis's incipient presidential campaign + its message about American politics collectively.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Apr 30, 20236 min read


The Bud Light Controversy Has Implications Beyond Transgender Protections:
Analyzes the detrimental effects of polarization and unwarranted politicization through the Bud Light marketing fiasco.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Apr 25, 20234 min read


A Win For Dominion is Also a Win For Democracy.
Discusses the potential precedents to be set by the Fox v Dominion ruling concerning misinformation against the 1st amendment.

Eli Leal-Schuman
Apr 20, 20235 min read
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