Progressive Perspectives, formerly the Progressive Media Project, was launched in 1993 to help diversify and democratize our nation’s op-ed pages. We train activists and nonprofit staff on how to write powerful op-eds. Our op-eds are distributed nationally by the Tribune News Service, and reach a potential audience of 150 million readers each year. Our op-eds are regularly picked up by dozens of small papers as well as by mainstream news sites including the Chicago Tribune, Newsday, the Los Angeles Times, and the Miami Herald. Our goal is to support voices that are underrepresented in the mainstream media.
Do We Have a Chance to Overcome Hyper-Polarization?
The attempted assassination of Donald Trump provided the opportunity for greater unity—or deeper division. The next generation may be our best hope. Read more
Jul 25, 2024
How Trump and Vance Betray America’s Workers
Donald Trump has a history of failing to protect workers' safety, rights, and wages. His anti-worker record will only worsen if he's granted another term in the White House. Read more
Jul 23, 2024
How SCOTUS Granted Donald Trump an Immortal Veto
Trump’s deregulatory agenda will be carried out on his behalf for decades to come—even if he fails to win a second term. Read more
Jul 17, 2024
Dear Democratic Party: Clean Up Your Act for the Planet
Democrats need to put forward a candidate who will champion bold climate action. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
We Don’t Need to Live in a World of Climate Doom
Instead, we need to look at the progress we have made—and build our power for the future. Read more
Jul 10, 2024
We Need a New Path to True Racial Equity
The traditional emphasis on education, occupation, and marriage is not enough. Read more
Jul 5, 2024
The Corporate Greed Behind Bird Flu
If we want to protect consumers from disease and price-gouging, we need to tackle the food monopolies and industrial factory farms that control our food system. Read more
Jul 3, 2024
The Shelter System Isn’t Equipped for LGBTQ+ Youth
LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness are left virtually unprotected. Read more
Jul 1, 2024
There’s a Cheap and Effective Way to Tackle the Opioid Crisis
Safer smoking kits are an essential tool for harm reduction and racial equity. Read more
Jun 27, 2024