Welcome!
It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Dave and I’m so glad you joined this community.
Each Thursday, give or take, I publish a piece of analysis or commentary on politics, economics, democracy, culture, or whatever seems important and timely. Sometimes I do interviews, book reviews, or answer questions from readers. Each month, two of these pieces are free and two are subscriber-only. I may post the occasional bonus piece, but I don’t want to spam anyone.
Why am I doing this?
We like to say “it’s never been more important to…” care. Or pay attention. Or understand politics. Or get a grip on economics.
The fact is it’s always never been a more important time to sort things out what you think is right and good and true — and to push back against power. That’s why I write.
This newsletter is a bit of a shortcut. Or a guide. A map, if you prefer. Even a cheat sheet. It’s a regular, critical look at politics, policy, democracy, and economics around the world. It’s meant to help you navigate the moment. It’s also a gathering place for people who care about what’s happening — and what happens next.
Who am I?
I’m a politics writer, podcast host, commentator for radio and TV, and author of a book about why we make bad political decisions. I’m a former contributing columnist with the Washington Post and my work has appeared/continues to appear in outlets including the Walrus, the Globe and Mail, the Toronto Star, Time Magazine, Jacobin, the Guardian, TVO, the National Observer, and the New Statesman.
I also have a PhD in political science from the University of British Columbia, just in case.
I hope you’ll join me and share this newsletter with others.
Why subscribe?
Subscribe to get full access to the newsletter and website. Never miss an update. Get a look at what’s happening and why. Connect with others who care about politics, policy, democracy, and economics around the world. And support my work.
