Steve Cobble was an associate fellow at IPS, a co-founder of Progressive Democrats of America (PDA), and a co-founder of the web site www.afterdowningstreet.org. We at IPS were deeply saddened to learn of Steve’s passing on February 26, 2021. Learn more about Steve and his invaluable contributions to IPS and the world of progressive politics.

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The Enduring Impact of Andy Shallal’s Mayoral Run

In a money-drenched political system that often requires multiple candidacies prior to winning, Andy Shallal sowed some seeds for the future.

The Classy Election of 2012

Big ideas can change voting patterns.

Remembering George McGovern and Old-School Campaign Tools

Being decent, humane, smart, caring, and brave was not enough.

Midterm Election Recap and Lessons Learned

As Republicans take back the House with little more than inchoate rage and promises of “smaller government,” how do progressives respond?

The Midterm Elections and What They Will Mean for the Progressive Movement

Will the Democrats lose the House? How many seats might they lose and why? View the opinions of three experts from the Institute for Policy Studies.

Conservative Hypocrisy on Military Spending

It’s time to apply pay-as-you-go spending to the military budget.

Obamas Victory

Four experts discuss the significance of Obama’s presidential win and some of the challenges that lie ahead for U.S. progressive movements.

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    Democracy, Politics

    The Classy Election of 2012

    Counterpunch | November 23, 2012

    Remembering George McGovern and Old-School Campaign Tools

    The Liberty (TX) Vindicator | October 28, 2012

    Remembering George McGovern and Old-School Campaign Tools

    The Bemidji (MN) Pioneer | October 25, 2012

    Conservative Hypocrisy on Military Spending

    The Asheville (NC) Citizen-Times | May 19, 2009

    Just Security

    TomPaine.com | July 19, 2008

    Just Security

    The Nation - Editors Cut | July 27, 2007

    Just Security

    The Asia Times | July 21, 2007

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