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Alexander Nazaryan

Alexander Nazaryan writes about culture and politics.

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign fundraising event at the Colonial Theater in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
STRONG BUT NOT SILENT

‘White Dudes for Harris’ Say Masculinity Isn’t Just for MAGA

A star-studded lineup of white men got together to raise money for Kamala Harris Monday—and confront their own place in the movement.

Alexander Nazaryan

Photo illustration of J.D. Vance caught in a whirlwind of problems caused by his own doing.
UNVETTED

Why Dems Feast on J.D. Vance’s Back Catalogue of Bloopers

Donald Trump's running mate's online oversharing has been a gift to Dem oppo researchers, and a curse for Republicans.

Alexander Nazaryan

A photo illustration of Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and Nancy Pelosi.
BLOWBACK

Why Dems Risk Apocalypse With Harris Coronation

Circumventing the democratic process could turn out to be a cataclysmic mistake for Democrats.

Alexander Nazaryan

U.S. President Joe Biden and Republican presidential candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump.
WINNER TAKES ALL

Trump’s a Great Campaigner. What if Only Biden Can Beat Him?

Before the Dems dump Biden they should consider one thing. He is the only guy who’s beaten Trump.

Alexander Nazaryan

A photo illustration of Taylor Swift and JD Vance.
SHAKE HIM OFF

Yale Law Snubs J.D. Vance–But Does Mention Taylor Swift

Donald Trump's running mate is a distinguished Ivy League graduate. But his alma mater is mum about it.

Alexander Nazaryan

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Joe Biden sits for an interview with NBC News’ Lester Holt.
JOE QUIXOTE

Biden Vows ‘I’m On The Horse’ Despite Dem Doubters

In an interview on NBC News, the president also refused to back away from harsh attacks on Donald Trump, insisting it was the GOP nominee who was stoking political divisiveness.

Alexander Nazaryan

President Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
IT AIN’T OVER

Democrats Downgrade Donald Trump From Invincible to Strong

Democrats worried about Donald Trump's strengthened category in the wake of his failed assassination attempt see calm waters ahead.

Alexander Nazaryan

Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives at Milwaukee
UNANSWERED QUESTIONS

Mystery Over Trump’s Treatment After Assassination Attempt

Trump was taken to Butler Memorial Hospital close to where the attack happened, but no details have been officially released.

Alexander Nazaryan

President of the United States Joe Biden at CNN Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, United States on June 27, 2024.
MAGA Rescue

How Biden Is Banking on Trump to Save His Campaign

The president is hoping to dance through disaster in some unlikely ways.

Alexander Nazaryan

President Joe Biden holds news conference at the 2024 NATO Summit on July 11, 2024 in Washington, DC.
GLOVES ON

Fighting Joe Biden Comes Out Swinging at Naysayers

The president said he was “determined” to stay in the race during a question-and-answer session with reporters that lasted for nearly an hour.

Alexander Nazaryan

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