wrestling

How Hulk Hogan Made ‘Real America’

It’s the Hulkster's world now and we’re just living in it.

Jul 25 •

Jonathan V. Last

JD Vance and the Honky Tonk Man

Why MAGA’s thirstiest try-hard (probably) won’t get the brass ring.

May 27 •

Jonathan V. Last

Democrats and the Ruthless Aggression Era

America needs a real opposition party.

Jan 9 •

Jonathan V. Last

Election Day Is America’s WrestleMania

A smart mark’s guide to booking the payoff of the Harris-Trump feud.

Nov 5, 2024 •

Jonathan V. Last

How Wrestling Explains JD Vance

Understanding X-Pac heat and why everyone hates America’s most famous hillbilly.

Sep 25, 2024 •

Jonathan V. Last

Pro-Wrestling Explains Why Trump Is Scared of Kamala

We’ve got a Yes Movement brewing.

Jul 30, 2024 •

Jonathan V. Last

The 2020 Democratic Field as WWE Superstars

The final power rankings, one month from Iowa.

Jan 3, 2020 •

Jonathan V. Last

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