Note from the editor
Politically Speaking has closed effective March 21, 2023. No new articles will be published and no new writers will be added. On behalf of the editorial staff, thank you for making PS what it was — a great community of writers and readers dedicated to talking about the news of the day. Thank you to each of you for a being a part of this incredible journey.
Editors
Scott Tarlo
Musings from the crossroads of life. Editor-in Chief and owner of Politically Speaking. Contact at [email protected]
Writers
Miss Daisy
A Transformed Transformer, on the Power Grid, re-minding myself as my words re-mind others
Danielle Hamner
Fearless leader for change~Hip Hop fanatic~ Therapist~Book worm~Storyteller~You can catch me quoting Jay Z lyrics on a daily.
Rubaiyat Rahman
A South Asian Academic, Book Reviewer, Maritime & International Affairs Analyst. Rubaiyat loves to wade across the universe of Reading and Writing.
Paul Mullinger
I studied religion at the UC-Berkeley and have been interested in the spirit ever since. I try to give my poems a spiritual aspect whenever possible.
Tony Atkinson
Snapper-up of unconsidered trifles, walker of paths less travelled by. Writer of fanfiction. Player of games. [email protected]
Kevin Breidenbach
Mountain hermit, maker of strange noises. Deeply disturbed, but not surprised. He/him.
Michelle Berry Lane
Earthling, Writer, Teacher, Learner; Attending to thresholds and the uncovering of meaning. MA in Theopoetics & Writing (ESR ‘23); taught kids sci/nature 25+y
Mikki Draggoo
Writing to cope. Avid traveler. Story lover. Children’s book author. Consultant. Mom of two. US & U.K. passport holder. Italian in a past life.
Emi Eleode
Writer. Visual artist // I write about culture and societal issues with a focus on the effects of colonialism, postcolonialism, globalisation and capitalism.
Omar Sharaki
Software developer, standup comedian, and guy you wouldn’t mind sitting next to on a plane.
R. Scott
As a former Federal Agent, Gang Expert, Restaurant Owner, and Father, I have stories to share. Enjoy my journey. Contact me on Facebook, I like to chat.
Andrew Londre
Accomplished public servant and former elected official turned civic & cultural commentator and consultant 🔗 andrewlondre.com
Richard Turcotte
Partisanship has no good ending. I’d like to do my part to change that. A better future is a choice.
Amanda Clark-Rudolph
Amanda is a work at home mama who contributes to various magazines and blogs. Contact her at [email protected] for interview or blog articles.
KK Malukani, PhD
Avid reader, Science communicator, COVID warrior, Citizen of Earth. Doctor of plants.
Sam McDowall
Provacative truth teller | Attorney | Bostonian Living in New York | I write about personal development, politics + culture | Lets connect!
Thomas Brown
Student of politics and history. Enjoying the circus before the tent burns down. Founder of Practicing Politics — http://jeetwincasinos.com/practicing-politics
Sarene B. Arias
Sarene is a hands-on healer, making love in the conflict-ridden Middle East. Say hi in the comments. After all, Medium is a social network.
Jack MacDonald
Concerned citizen. Critical thinker. Veteran. Consumer of knowledge. Making things better. Getting stuff done.
D. K. Blaire
Free thinker. Free wheeler. Never-back-downer. Author of Chattel Rising, The Schizo etc. Top writer in economics and climate change. Editor of Media Maverick.
Weiheng Chen
Hong Kong | London | New York | Shanghai | Singapore | Tokyo /// Economics | Finance | Geopolitics | History | Literature.
Harvey Londonburg
Harvey is a proud millennial and independent writer that provides readers with in-depth analysis on government politics and policy.
Bill Newgent (Unlearning Myself)
My offering is my experience unlearning who the world taught me I need to be. There is a joyful, happier, more effective way.
Mohammed Nadir
A writer | The Startup, Better Marketing, The Writing Cooperative, Thrive Global | Contact:
Ed Ergenzinger, JD, PhD
Patent attorney, neuroscientist, adjunct professor, mental health advocate. 5X Top Writer: Mental Health, Health, Science, Food, & Humor.
J.J. Pryor
3.01 Mil reads | Ex-pat | Ex-Head Product | Ex-cuse Me | PB&T creator | Top 100 Writer | jjpryor.substack.com
Andrew Cheng
3x top writer, most recently in fiction. Author of God the Programmer. An atheist nostalgic for his Christian days. Slava Ukraini!
Sydney Duke Richey
Writing from the heart, I’m inspired by everyday experiences. My poems, haiku and non-fiction come from a slice of my life. *Top Writer in Poetry*
Alexander Ziperovich
Essayist, opinion columnist, dyspeptic political analyst, historian. I spread anti-propaganda. Also at alexziperovich.substack.com
George Dillard
Politics, environment, education, history. Follow/contact me: . My history Substack: .
AdventureRaf
If you cannot find me, I am probably writing. Usually, I write about fiction, love, and self-improvement. Oh, love!
Obinna Uruakpa
I am your Brother and a Seeker of the Infinite. I came this time among the Igbos. I share the sights, sounds, and scents of my journey in simple stories. .
Mitchell Peterson
Freelance writer in his tenth year outside the US. Currently in rural Spain writing the Substack bestseller and soon-to-be book, 18 Uncles.
Kai Taraporevala
Search for an understanding of the universe. The roads I am travelling: the scientific method, science, mathematics, humanism, the arts, music and kindness.
Brooke Ramey Nelson
Native Texan & Mizzou Journalism grad. I’ve worked in newspapers, politics, PR & as a high school pubs adviser/AP English teacher. TOP WRITER?
David Nienow
Photographer, Public Access TV Producer, Show Host, Documentary Film Producer, Story Teller
Ashley Broadwater
Freelance writer on multiple platforms. On Medium: writing tips + relationships. UNC-CH Journalism + Media. Newsletter + more:
Jairam R Prabhu
Blogger|Podcaster|Student|Engineer|Content Writing. Writes on Science, Elections, Technology, Politics, International Relations|Runs Journal of Knowledge
William Stubblefield
Writer, computer scientist, musician. I’m currently working on publication of my novel, Swarm: Metamorphosis.
Kayson
I’m a PhD student in Computational Neuroscience so I write about the mind, the brain and other related stuff, which is basically everything else.
Valerie J. Alexander, Ph.D.
Political scientist, sociologist, and theologian by training. I write about politics, racism, faith, and whatever hits me. Twitter:
Randy Shingler
Writer, Poet, Essayist, Meditator, Compassionate Being, Top writer in Poetry,History, and Diversity.
C. Alexander
New book: A Poetry Book To Read (Or Put On Your Coffee Table) So You Can Impress Your Friends:
Bryan Kwa
(He/Him) I craft compelling sociopolitical stories that resonate. | W: bryankwa.mystrikingly.com | E: [email protected]
Estacious(Charles White)
I am a southern writer and teacher living in the midwest. I focus on education, poetry, and fiction. I am an award-winning playwright. [email protected]
Jenny Justice
Writer| Mom | Poet | Book Nerd | Teacher? | Brings Poetry to life with empathy, connection, joy, justice, and feeling. Poetry Fangirl
SarahRobinson
Founder of Fierce Loyalty. Blogger at Escaping Mediocrity. Forbes & Dun & Bradstreet Top Entrepreneurship Tweeter. Also at
Breanna Lowman
Poet, writer, creative enthusiast. Wife and mother of three. Lover of different cultures and perspectives. Passionate about authenticity and bridge building.
Charles Bastille
Author of MagicLand & Psalm of Vampires. Join me on my Substack at . All stories © 2020-24 by Charles Bastille
Wei Xiang
I was once asked about the origins of the universe. So, here I am doing philosophy. Ethics | Intellectual History | Chinese Comparative Philosophy
Ryan Skinnell
I know stuff about rhetoric and Nazis. Writer, speaker, professor, burrito aficionado. Public Voices Fellow w/TheOpEdProject ~views mine~
Eartha
I am an Epidemiologist/Sustainable Development specialist, sub-elite runner, and this is my creative outlet hope it is enjoyable/interesting to some people :D !
Eden Bouvier
B.A. student in political science writing on international politics and international affairs
Jheets Jots
Novice Writer| Tech, Biology, and Social Psych| BSc in Molecular Genetics 🔬 Dreamer 💭 Poet 🖋Tamil Canadian| Creator of http://jeetwincasinos.com/the-mole-biologists
Phoebe Kirke
Feminist, activist, sister, but above all, hurt. Writing is my path to living life to the fullest.
The Business of Society
A profile sharing considered thoughts about business, politics, marketing, writing, history, and other bits and pieces.
Jacob Flanders
cosmos, earth, life, thought, feeling, meaning, arts, words & some other things, besides
Attila Ilman
PhD. in innovation management. Tech executive. Startup founder. Based in Zurich, Switzerland.
Philip Mann
Assistant Professor of Organization & Management 🔹 I help folks understand their decisions, values, and world. 🔹 Writing to restore clarity and nuance.
David Spero RN
Alive in this place and time to help Make Earth Sacred Again. Write about Nature, economics, health, politics, and spirit from Earths point of view.
Rafael Holmberg
PhD (Psychoanalytic Theory and Philosophy) and Political Writer. More writings can be found on Substack (Antagonisms of the Everyday).
Randye S Spina, MBA
Non-fiction author, marketer, award-winning professor, 2x nonprofit board member. Hopelessly interested in everything
Neil R. Wells
Writer, College Professor, Stand-up Comedian, Peripheral Visionary: “Always looking for the insights off to the sides.” [email protected]
I, Napoleon B.
Publishes children's books as Finn River, Your Life is your inspiration, use it. Tip box:
Lord Dukes de Enfer
Shit is about to get real. Or I’m just going to complain a lot. "Medium is the new Penthouse Forum" - Ben Adler
Uniquely Human
Empowering creatives and helping humanity get back in touch with its egalitarian roots. We are capable of far more artistry and compassion than society allows.
Israrkhan
490k views| Write on Books, History, Relationship, Personal Development, & Writing. http://israrkhan1112.jeetwincasinos.com/membership ()
Nick Papadakis
Australian, Canadian, U.S. politics | Media literacy & progressive ideas advocate l writer | A splash of other stuff | Tweet me
Lester Golden
From Latvia & Porto I write to share learning from an academic&business life in 8 languages in 5 countries & seeing fascism die in Portugal&Spain in1974 & 1976.
Shaun Banks
I am the father of six children, I acquired them after trading in all the hair from my head. I write to inspire, inform and invoke thoughts.Let’s do this!
Kirk Swearingen
Half a lifetime ago, Kirk Swearingen graduated from the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism. His work has most recently appeared in Salon.
Katharine Valentino
Still trying for the words to help us do & feel good things. Owner of Reviews for Medium Featured Books. I write life stories & about politics / social issues.
Darrius Singleton
IT Professional | Cloud Computing | Crypto enthusiast | Web3 | My Superpower: the ability to explain complex things in a simple way.
Kimberly Read, PhD
Be a sexy mind! Embrace critical thinking, the discipline and art of analyzing and synthesizing information. kimberlybr.com
Melissa Balick
Fiction writer with a couple stories published in literary magazines, nanny, reader of way too many books.
Andrew Gaertner
To live in a world of peace and justice we must imagine it first. For this, we need artists and writers. I write to reach for the edges of what is possible.
David Cenicola, M.Ed. Ghostwriter/Memoirist
30+ years freelance writer of novels, historical, memoirs, satire, political commentary. Hire me here:
Lucien Lecarme
For more truth bombs and weekly medicine to start living a more meaningful life, join the happy family back at my Substack
Guy Nave
I LOVE thoughtful and challenging engagement! That's why I read and write on Medium. If you enjoy the same, keep in touch. I always respond.
Mike Hassaballa
Follow me for content on sustainable energy, economy, technology, investment and artificial intelligence. I write bi-weekly.
Faron Sage
Socially-conscious writer & musician exploring pressing issues at the heart of 21st century life. Check out - music for a better world!
Cynthia Dagnal-Myron
Award-winning former features reporter for the Chicago Sun Times and Arizona Daily Star, HuffPo contributor and author.
TRAVEL STORIES BY GABE
I am a slum boy from Brazil who visited 30+ countries. My moving stories will inspire you to achieve your travel dreams no matter where you come from
Caitlin Jill
Queer, polyam, neurodivergent Los Angeles based writer with a lot of stories to tell. I enjoy being myself and talking about sex.
Dash MacIntyre
Dash MacIntyre's writing studio of Dadaist graffiti news comedy, and other creative writings. Subscribe. Satire is cathartic in fascist eras.
Norman Pagett
co-author of The End of More, in paperback and kindle on Amazon email [email protected]
Tom Brennan
Trauma & IFS therapist, organisational development consultant, speaker, musician, writer. Grow, learn, love, be.
M&Z
We paint and write the art of human emotions, accomplishments, and failures at a social, political, and scientific level. Join us on this journey…
Debbie Walker
Debbie Walker is the creator of Middle-Pause, STOMP!, & published a 3-book anthology. Top Writer Food & Diversity. Follow her at
Kat Loveland
The only consistency in this author’s wheelhouse is mindfuckery. Writer, editor, blogger. Books here
Danny Darden
Network engineer | Information technology professor | Security analyst | Texas Aggie | Deep thinker | Writer | Lover of the Word | Christ follower. Darden.Fyi
Mike Scarpiello
UX Designer + Researcher, writer, musician, poet, bull runner, craft beer enthusiast, and UX Design mentor at
Steven Bretherick
English teacher in Sendai, Japan. Student of literature. Exploring cultural and political impediments to climate action. Translator of books on the game of go.
Trying To Makeadifference
#StopProject2025 StopAgenda47 #StopDOGE #LibertyAndJusticeForAll #DontLoseHope
Stephenie Magister ✨
Trans | Purveyor of Queer Stuff | Writer, reviewer, interviewer | Bylines: Script Magazine, Writer's Digest, Xtra Magazine, Prism and Pen
Matt Whittaker
I'm a journalist who writes about extractive industries, renewable energy, water and agriculture. Here, I focus on natural resources and human conflict.
Sierra E.B.
Passionate about public safety, personal development and politics http://jeetwincasinos.com/@sierra.ae.b
John Righter
Writer for and more. Interested in economics and policy. I deliver interesting information to readers in an easy to understand manner.
Victoria Riess, MBA
Founder CEO & CIO Riess Consulting | ESG & Digital Board Advisor | WomenTech Global Award 3x TechWomen100 Strategy Executive & Keynote Speaker victoriariess.de
The ACLU of Wisconsin
The ACLU of WI is the state affiliate of the national ACLU and dedicated to defending the civil rights and liberties of all Wisconsinites