Growing up in a halcyon, late 20th Century Massachusetts milieu meant the Boston Globe and the New York Times were read each morning at the kitchen table. NPR’s local affiliate, WBUR, played on the radio throughout the day and on every drive. At night, my parents watched the WGBH PBS News Hour in rotation with NBC, CBS and ABC.

What happened to it?

Is capital “D” Diversity a policy goal that needs defending?

Should we rally to protect the past decades of initiatives that emerged from the center and far left and, until recently, have became mainstream?

To answer, I think we first have to ask: what do DEI proponents mean by Diversity?

To make America an unqualified success that delivers on these values, we need a competitive political system where the best performing policies and practices rise to the top. We don't have that now. And it's not because an external force interfered with or thwarted the Democrats. Their wounds are self inflicted. I don’t see them capable of change or mounting a credible alternative to the Republicans.

Palestine isn't working, it's time for something new

Are Palestinians capable of running a liberal, democratic government. Who believes in this?

In this episode of the Thacher Report, Zachary reflects critiques the current political landscape. He discusses the stagnation of the left since 1973, the significance of historical events, and the evolution of social movements. Thacher emphasizes the pressing challenges facing society, including public safety, infrastructure, and education, while advocating for a new political movement he refers to as 'the builders.' He calls for alternatives to the existing political parties and highlights the need for effective governance to address the issues at hand.

What is the left in 2025?

In this thought-provoking episode of The Thatcher Report, we dive into a critical analysis of the current political landscape, focusing on the perceived implosion of the Democratic Party. The episode examines the complexities of Jewish identity in the context of Israel's central role post-1948 and critiques the ongoing discourse around the two-state solution. Through a historical lens, parallels are drawn between the neoconservative ideology of the early 2000s and modern liberal perspectives. The discussion also highlights the disconnects in modern left-wing policies, questioning their relevance to contemporary socio-political challenges.