Resources

LIBERALISM

Books:

• Helena Rosenblatt. The Lost History of Liberalism. Princeton Press, 2018. This book explores the origins and evolution of liberalism, providing a comprehensive history of its development from the Enlightenment to the modern era. 

Magazines:

• The New Republic - A progressive American magazine that covers politics, culture, and the arts. 

• The Nation - America's oldest weekly magazine, offering a progressive perspective on politics and culture. 

• The Atlantic - A magazine that provides in-depth analysis and commentary on politics, culture, technology, and more. 

Voices:

• Heather Cox Richardson - A historian and author known for her insightful commentary on American politics and history. 

• New York Times:

  • Ezra Klein - A columnist and podcast host who explores political and policy issues. 

  • Nicholas Kristof - An op-ed columnist who writes about human rights, social justice, and politics. 

  • Thomas Friedman - A columnist who covers foreign affairs, globalization, and technology. 

  • Jane Coaston: The Argument - Host of "The Argument," a podcast that debates important issues from multiple perspectives. 

• Washington Post:

  • Richard Cohen - A columnist who provides commentary on politics, culture, and society.

  • Eugene Robinson - An op-ed columnist who writes about politics, culture, and social issues. 

Party Platforms:

• Democratic Party - The official platform and policies of the Democratic Party can be found at: https://democrats.org/where-we-stand/party-platform/

• Democratic Socialist Party - Information about the Democratic Socialists of America and their platform is available at: https://www.dsausa.org/about-us/what-is-democratic-socialism/

• Green Party - The platform and policies of the Green Party can be found at: https://www.gp.org/platform

CONSERVATISM

Books:

• Arthur C. Brooks. The Conservative Heart: How to Build a Fairer, Happier, and More Prosperous America. Broadside Books, 2017. In this book, Arthur C. Brooks outlines a vision for a more just and compassionate society through conservative principles, emphasizing the importance of free enterprise and personal responsibility. 

Magazines:

• National Review - A leading conservative magazine that covers political, social, and cultural issues from a conservative perspective. 

• The Federalist - A conservative online magazine that provides analysis and commentary on politics, culture, and religion. 

• Reason - A libertarian magazine that covers politics, culture, and ideas with a focus on free markets and individual liberty. 

Voices:

• Glenn Loury - An economist and social commentator known for his work on race, inequality, and public policy. 

• New York Times:

  • David Brooks - A columnist who writes about politics, culture, and social issues from a moderate conservative perspective. 

  • Bret Stephens - A columnist who covers foreign policy, domestic politics, and culture, often from a conservative viewpoint. 

  • Ross Douthat - A columnist who writes about politics, religion, and social issues, providing a conservative perspective on current events. 

• Washington Post:

  • Ramesh Ponnuru - A columnist and editor who offers conservative commentary on politics and policy. 

  • Megan McArdle - A columnist who writes about economics, business, and public policy from a libertarian perspective. 

  • George Will - A conservative columnist who provides analysis on politics, government, and social issues. 

Party Platforms:

1. Republican Party - The official platform and policies of the Republican Party can be found at: https://www.gop.com/platform/

2. Conservative Party - Information about the Conservative Party and its platform is available at: https://home.conservativepartyusa.org/national-platform/ 

3. Libertarian Party - The platform and policies of the Libertarian Party can be found at: https://www.lp.org/platform/