2026 alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as 2026 (political activism, democratic socialism and midterm elections). The closest matches are Robert Reich, Meidas+ and The New Yorker. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    Robert Reich1.1M subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Daily newsletter exposing where power lies — and how it's used and abused

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    Meidas+887K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    The premium hub for MeidasTouch, the fastest growing pro-democracy news network. Bonus articles, exclusive content, and interactive chats. Led by Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas, with exclusive articles by Ron…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    The New Yorker632K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: The New Yorker publishes long-form journalism, literary criticism, cultural profiles, and political analysis across US politics, education, technology, and the arts. Its audience is general readers seeking in-depth…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  4. 4

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    Independent, people-powered news and grassroot movement actions to champion our rights, freedoms, the rule of law, and democracy.

    Likely audience: activists

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    The David Pakman Show329K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: The David Pakman Show publishes weekly podcast episodes and articles focused on US politics, specifically analyzing Donald Trump's activities, midterm election dynamics, and election integrity issues. The content…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  6. 6
    Public Notice270K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Public Notice is a reader-supported independent journalism newsletter covering US politics and policy. Its recent issues blend investigative reporting, political commentary, and cultural criticism, addressing topics…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    The Dworkin Report238K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Dworkin Report publishes weekly investigations into US politics, focusing on campaign finance, legal challenges against Donald Trump, and midterm election dynamics. It targets politically engaged readers seeking…

    Likely audience: Political activists

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    Libs of TikTok156K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    News and videos you can’t see anywhere else.

    Likely audience: social media users

    1 shared topic

  9. 9

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Ann Telnaes- Artist, visual storyteller, creator of "Open Windows"

    Likely audience: political activists

    1 shared topic

  10. 10
    Glenn Kirschner111K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Glenn Kirschner publishes weekly newsletters mixing legal analysis on election law and government misconduct with community organizing updates and personal travel anecdotes. The content targets his subscriber base and…

    Likely audience: newsletter readers

    1 shared topic

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    Truth Matters103K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

    I’m Martin McSweeney. A UK based political commentator and content creator dedicated to the preservation of democracy and social justice.

    Likely audience: political commentators

    1 shared topic

  12. 12
    Badlands Media86K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Honesty and integrity from citizen journalists.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    Roro Subs82K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    My life post-Tiktok and IG—here in Ireland and around the world. Save democracy. Resist.

    Likely audience: human rights advocates

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Krystal Kyle & Friends79K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    Krystal Ball and Kyle Kulinski dive into politics, philosophy and random BS with people they like. Krystal is co-host of Breaking Points. Kyle is host of Secular Talk on YouTube.

    Likely audience: podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

  15. 15
    Caitlin’s Newsletter75K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Caitlin's Newsletter publishes critical opinion pieces and essays on tech plutocracy, AI ethics, surveillance capitalism, and geopolitical conflicts, targeting readers interested in systemic critique and political…

    Likely audience: Political commentators

    1 shared topic

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    Trent Leisy74K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Navy veteran, Colorado small business owner & host of Red, White & Real. Die-hard Trump supporter fighting for America First, parental rights, and real government accountability. Putting American families first.

    Likely audience: Colorado voters

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: U.S. Democratic Socialists publishes independent, paid newsletters covering breaking U.S. political news, policy investigations, and election developments. The publication reports on topics ranging from IRS data and…

    Likely audience: Progressive activists

    1 shared topic

  18. 18

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: PRIMAL SCREAM with Joanna Coles publishes political commentary and podcast episodes focused on Donald Trump, US politics, and election dynamics. It is for readers interested in analysis of Trump's administration…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Real America's Voice62K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 34 days ago

    From recent posts: Real America's Voice publishes political news, exclusive interviews with Donald Trump, and live coverage of presidential press pool events. The publication also features investigative reporting on border enforcement and…

    Likely audience: Political journalists

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Our Public Lands & Waters is an independent one-man publication about U.S. public lands and waters, wildlife, conservation, and sustainable outdoor recreation.

    Likely audience: Conservationists

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    a note from mark58K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Mark Warner's Campaign Headquarters

    Likely audience: Virginia voters

    1 shared topic

  22. 22
    If you can keep it48K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    In 1787, Benjamin Franklin was asked: what kind of government have you created? He answered, "a republic — if you can keep it." From Protect Democracy, a nonpartisan, nonprofit group working to prevent authoritarianism.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  23. 23
    The Palindrome48K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

    mathematics ∪ machine learning

    Likely audience: data scientists

    1 shared topic

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    Wonkette45K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

    Wonkette is filthy, hilarious, liberal news. YOU CAN HANDLE THE TRUTH!

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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