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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

The Nation Magazine's official Substack

Likely audience: political strategists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

A political, cultural, and intellectual playground for the rest of us with writer Wajahat Ali

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

Realpolitik assessments of foreign affairs - brief, ruthless, action-oriented.

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

From recent posts: Useful Idiots publishes unpaywalled interviews and political commentary on the Israel-Gaza conflict, US foreign policy, and Israeli politics. The publication features geopolitical analysts, activists, and journalists…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

From recent posts: Glenn Diesen's Substack publishes political analysis and profiles of academics like Jeffrey Sachs and John Mearsheimer alongside commentary on the Ukraine war and US foreign policy. The publication also features…

Likely audience: Book buyers

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Substacklast post Jun 26, 2026

From recent posts: Big Serge Thought publishes long-form historical analysis and military strategy on topics such as World War II, the Israel-Iran conflict, and Japanese naval operations. The publication is intended for readers interested…

Likely audience: Military analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Friendly Atheist publishes opinionated articles and critiques focused on secularism, education policy, and religious influence in public institutions. The publication targets readers interested in atheism and secular…

Likely audience: Education policy advocates

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Turbulent World with James M. Dorsey publishes in-depth geopolitical analysis on the Middle East, including articles on regime change, Israeli military culture, and US-Iran relations alongside podcast episodes…

Likely audience: International relations scholars

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Wajeeh Lion Podcast Daily Listener Newsletter briefs listeners on upcoming podcast episodes covering US-Iran relations, Middle East geopolitics, and military strategy. It is for listeners of the independent…

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

Examining historical and modern wars and conflicts while discussing how they connect to other conflicts and historical events.

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Trends in the News publishes political commentary and analysis focused on U.S. foreign policy, Iran war planning, military readiness, and domestic economic conditions. It is written for readers interested in…

Likely audience: geopolitics readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 11, 2026

Lawyer, international affairs expert, and local activist in NH. I focus on rule of law, human rights, and economic governance. I have 30+ years of field experience across the Middle East and South Asia.

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

This is the personal account of Chicago's 55th Mayor and the former U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Views shared are personal opinions.

Likely audience: Policy makers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 9, 2026

From recent posts: L'insalata Geopolitica, curated by Benedetta Sabene, publishes a mix of geopolitical analysis and Italian cultural commentary. Content ranges from examinations of European right-wing politics and U.S. foreign policy to…

Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Kevork's Newsletter publishes in-depth geopolitical analysis and op-eds focused on the Middle East, covering topics such as the Israel-Iran conflict, US military strategy, and regional security architecture. The content…

Likely audience: International relations scholars

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

From recent posts: Matt's Thoughts on War and Peace publishes long-form articles and podcast transcripts analyzing US foreign policy, military-industrial complex dynamics, and geopolitical conflicts. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Transition Protocol publishes geopolitical analysis and interviews focused on Iran-U.S. relations, Middle East military threats, and Gulf infrastructure risks, often featuring guest commentators such as Pepe Escobar and…

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

From recent posts: The Historical Detective Agency publishes weekly articles analyzing historical patterns to illuminate modern geopolitical conflicts, disinformation campaigns, and strategic chokepoints. Its audience includes readers…

Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: The China-MENA Newsletter aggregates op-eds, reports, and business news analyzing economic and geopolitical ties between China and the Middle East, covering trade imbalances, military supply chains, and diplomatic…

Likely audience: Middle East policy analysts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

Uncompromising analysis of Israeli life, identity, and conflict from a trauma therapist turned investigative journalist.

Likely audience: Security analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Cutting Through publishes in-depth analysis and podcast interviews on US politics, Israeli security policy, and the Israel-Palestine conflict. The publication targets readers seeking independent reporting on…

Likely audience: Activists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

As dizzying yet historically deeply-rooted developments transform the political economy of key countries and the world's geopolitical economy, we provide ongoing analyses of the foundations being laid for a multi-polar…

Likely audience: geopolitical economy readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

Islam is the single greatest threat to humanity in the 21st Century. This page is my quixotic attempt at defeating it.

Likely audience: Liberal political commentators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Wheat & Willow publishes reflective personal essays on topics like political rhetoric and air travel, written for readers seeking thoughtful, metaphor-driven commentary. The newsletter mixes cultural observation with…

Likely audience: women seeking contemplation

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