Perspectives.
Perspectives is a collection of voices shaping our understanding of today’s political landscape. Here, you’ll find thought-provoking videos, quotes, and writings from leaders across the spectrum who are grappling with the most pressing issues of our time.
Whether you’re looking for deep analysis, bold viewpoints, or insights that challenge the status quo, Perspectives brings together ideas that matter — from experienced policymakers and scholars to emerging voices driving change. Engage with diverse thinking, explore multiple angles, and deepen your grasp of the forces influencing our world.
Who's Counting Every Time Trump Acts Like a King?
Trump is dismantling democracy in real time. The Trump Action Tracker is a politically critical watchdog site that documents actions, statements, and policies from the Trump administration that echo authoritarian regimes and pose a threat to American democracy.
The tracker is run by Professor Christina Pagel, Professor of Operational Research at the University College of London.
A total of 2,625 actions since January 2025:
Undermining Democracy
Suppressing Dissent / Weaponizing State
Anti-immigrant / Nationalist Actions
Weakening Civil Rights
Attacking Science & Health
Aggressive Foreign Policy
Attacking Education
Controlling Information / Misinformation
Do you really think Minnesota is about Rule of Law?
It is estimate that MN has around 150K undocumented residents as compared to around 2M in Texas. The crack down is not about the rule of law. Pam Bondi sent a letter to Governor Walz on Jan 24, 2026, with the following 3 conditions for ICE removal: 1) Share Medicaid and SNAP data, 2) Repeal the sanctuary policies and 3) allow the DOJ to access voter rolls.
How is Project 2025 reshaping America?
The 2025 initiatives outline by the Heritage Foundation are 51% complete just 1 year into Trump’s second term.
Do you think we do not see the truth?
James Baldwin’s line speaks to the gulf between words and actions. After the shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, official assurances ring hollow when what people see is violence. The quote captures how credibility collapses when conduct contradicts words.
Where is the “New World Order” headed?
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney argued that the old U.S.-led rules-based global order has fractured and urged middle powers to unite and build strategic autonomy in the face of rising great-power coercion. He warned that nations must act together or risk being “on the menu” of more powerful states in a more competitive and less predictable world.
What do the ICE raids tell us about our society?
Jimmy Carter’s belief casts ICE raids in a stark light: families and vulnerable workers are often the ones who bear the fear and disruption. The quote asks whether enforcement is being carried out with humanity or at the expense of the very people a just society should protect. ICE is pursuing citizen and residents with legal status.
What can you do?
10 Crucial Things You Can Do In 2026
Robert Reich, January 01, 2026
Protect vulnerable immigrants communities.
Protect LGBTQ+ members of your community.
Demand that your Democratics and Independent senators block Trump nominations, require quorum calls, object to unanimous consent and keep the public aware of the terrible things Trump and his regime are doing. Urge Democratic and Independent House members to be loud and vocal, to cause good trouble, and to vote against all Republican inititaties.
In November’s midterms, help Democrats and Independents take back Congress.
Make the upcoming 250th Anniversary of America about our duties to the Constitution and the world rather than loyalty to Trump or nativist bullsh*t.
Join with other to take progressive initiative in your community and state.
Demonstrate against Trump’s tyranny.
Organize or participate in boycotts of companies that are enabling the regime and/or treating their workers like sh*t.
To the extent you are able, fund groups that are litigating against Trump.
Spread the truth.