Thank you, John Nichols, for reminding us once again how central Wisconsin is to understanding the paradox of U.S. history.  As the birthplace of both Progressivism and McCarthyism (Joseph – not Kevin), your home state is a microcosm of both the best and worst in national politics. In this festival of absurdity that has brought … Continue reading Wisconsin Politics is the Heart of America: A Response to John Nichols →