*Democratic ads boosted extremists in Republican primaries. Was that wise?*

It was a very risky bet. For such a bet to be wise, you need to be very sure of the dynamics of the situation. I don't think any political group can validly be that confident.

US citizens: call on the Senate to pass the Respect for Marriage Act.

US citizens: call on Biden to reject new oil/gas leases.

US citizens: call on the Senate to pass the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

The Capitol Switchboard number is +1-202-224-3121.

If you call, please spread the word!

US citizens: call on the Senate to pass the assault weapons ban.

People have criticized this proposed law for drawing the line in not exactly the right place. Perhaps that is true — but it is a step in the right direction, even if it doesn't end up in exactly the right place. It includes a ban on selling large magazines, and that will generally reduce the number killed in mass shootings. Although most people killed by guns are killed by handguns, that doesn't make this measure ineffective — only less than perfect.

The Capitol Switchboard number is +1-202-224-3121.

If you call, please spread the word!