What’s the Matter With Moderation? In a year marked by intense polarization and partisan gridlock, the upcoming Senate election in Kansas offers a rare opportunity for reflection on the role of moderation in politics.
Adam Hamilton, the Democratic challenger to incumbent Senator Roger Marshall, has been making waves with his unabashedly moderate platform, which seeks to appeal to independents, Republicans, and even angry progressives alike.
Hamilton's campaign is built around the idea that voters are increasingly disillusioned with extremes on both sides of the aisle.