Independent since 2002 Issue No. 1102 Week of November 7, 2026 Get the free email dispatch →

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Bruce Dixon

Bruce Dixon is available at [email protected].

48 pieces

Commentary

Muzzling the African American Agenda with Black Help

By Bruce Dixon Editor

“The sellout of progressive politics has been a total disgrace for the Democratic Party. Not only is it morally wrong and politically cheap, but it doesn’t even work.” – Rev. Al Sharpton ‘We’re gonna rebuild America’s cities and we’re gonna do it with America’s steel …. Medicare for all, money pulled out of the Pentagon…

"The sellout of progressive politics has been a total disgrace for the Democratic Party. Not only is it morally wrong and politically cheap, but it doesn't…

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Commentary

In Search of the Real Barack Obama

By Bruce Dixon Editor

Barack Obama, a constitutional law professor and state senator from the south side of Chicago, is a leading candidate for the US Senate in the March 2004 Illinois Democratic primary. It’s an open seat with no incumbent. In a crowded field that includes three well-known and better-funded opponents, Obama is definitely a contender. But who…

Barack Obama, a constitutional law professor and state senator from the south side of Chicago, is a leading candidate for the US Senate in the March…

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Commentary

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Bogus Election “Study”

By Bruce Dixon Editor

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s accounts of the Cynthia McKinney – Denise Majette congressional primary race, which have served as the basis for widespread claims that Black voters are becoming more conservative, are bogus inventions, indefensible by any demographic and statistical standards. Denise Majette’s claims to substantial African American support in the August election, as well as…

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's accounts of the Cynthia McKinney - Denise Majette congressional primary race, which have served as the basis for widespread claims that Black voters…

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