Two Conventions, Two Americas, And The Beginning Of A New War

When Trump goes, everyone who resonated with one of the grim aspects of his psyche will be looking for a new demagogue to fawn over.

by Ben Cohen

Watching the opening night of the Democratic Convention last night was a reminder of what America could be. Michelle Obama, Bernie Sanders and John Kasich delivered powerful speeches appealing to common decency, sanity, and compassion. Biden spoke to a multi-ethnic, diverse group of Americans who have experienced tremendous suffering in rece…