John Avlon is political director for Newsweek and The Daily Beast. A CNN contributor, he won the National Society of Newspaper Columnists’ award for best online column in 2012.
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Congress’s Cliff Chaos
It was an ugly scramble—and leaves us facing yet another fiscal showdown before spring, says John... MORE
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12 Best Columns of 2012
From Mitch Albom to Dave Barry to Mary Schmich, John Avlon picks the year’s best opinion writing. MORE
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Our Pathetic Congress
John Avlon on how our government turned to self-sabotage. MORE
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Give Chuck Hagel a Fair Shake!
Critics trying to derail Hagel’s likely nod as defense secretary should allow him a hearing, says... MORE
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It Just Got Even Worse
Irresponsible ideologues just weakened the GOP’s hand—and guaranteed more paralysis. By John Avlon. MORE
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The Best Books of 2012
From magisterial biographies to the fine art of column writing, it’s been a good year in reading. MORE
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Go Big, Then Go Home
Obama and Boehner should close a fiscal-cliff deal now, and their parties must climb aboard, says... MORE
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Stop the Right-Wing Craziness
The rush by some conservatives to blame Newtown on an absence of God and guns is insane, says John... MORE
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‘What on Earth Are We Waiting For?’
While politicians step softly around the gun lobby, Americans keep dying. MORE
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Don’t Delay – Act on Guns
No more excuses – it’s time to tighten gun regulations, writes John Avlon. MORE
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Time to Stand Up to the Gun Lobby
Taking on the organizations that champion guns is the best way to honor the littlest victims of our... MORE
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Most Innovative Mayors in the U.S.
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Rick Snyder, One Tough Nerd
Signing right-to-work legislation won’t end the fight over the issue, writes John Avlon.... MORE
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When Bipartisanship is a No-Brainer
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