John Stoehr

John Stoehr is the editor of the Editorial Board. He writes the daily edition. Find him @johnastoehr.

Magical Thinking Makes Us Vulnerable

August 2, 2018 /

A bulwark against Russian information warfare is better, smarter, and more empirical punditry.

The End, When It Comes, Will Come Quickly

July 31, 2018 /

Conviction will override truth right up to the hour of Republican defeat.

Trade War + Russia = Weakness

July 30, 2018 /

One poll says Trump’s losing support in the Midwest. Another says he’s not tough enough on Russia.

Who Do You Trust, Cohen or Trump?

July 27, 2018 /

Cohen’s claim is a game-changer. Do you believe it? The media should help decide.

The Media Myth of Teflon Don

July 26, 2018 /

Things stick. They always stick. The result is the most unpopular presidency in modern memory.

Do House Republicans Need Russia to Win?

July 25, 2018 /

Given their refusal to fund election security, that’s a fair question.

Trump’s Base Is Probably Smaller Than We Think

July 24, 2018 /

Yes, Republicans approve. But take a closer look at “independents.”

Rumors of Democratic Disarray Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

July 23, 2018 /

Call it socialist. Call it whatever. The point is opposition to Donald Trump.

Trump’s Burden of Proof

July 20, 2018 /

If the president can’t explain his bromance with Putin, it’s fair to conclude the worst.

Trump Is Telling Us He’s Illegitimate

July 19, 2018 /

A president with a track-record of projecting is telling us something. Are we listening?