What's Up in The Academy? alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

From recent posts: Zeteo publishes weekly political analysis, election coverage, and interviews focused on U.S. midterm elections, the Trump administration, and foreign policy, primarily for an audience interested in American democracy…

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

writing from the desert southwest

Likely audience: progressive voters

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

TOGETHER! is a community built to amplify young voices and drive meaningful social, political, and economic change. The platform connects civic engagement with culture, helping shape a generation of informed…

Likely audience: Political strategists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

Mark Warner's Campaign Headquarters

Likely audience: Virginia voters

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Austin Scholar publishes weekly essays and interviews focused on education reform, AI in schools, and college admissions, primarily for parents, educators, and students. The content ranges from practical guides on…

Likely audience: educators

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SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

Boycotts, strikes, protests, and phone calls—We can make our voices heard. At We (the People) Dissent, we keep one of the most comprehensive databases of protests in the U.S. And we tell the stories of the dissenters.

Likely audience: activists

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Substacklast post Aug 14, 2026

From recent posts: Salaam Bhatti publishes weekly campaign updates and policy briefs for progressive voters and donors, covering Virginia and New York primary elections, voter mobilization tactics, and legislative advocacy on issues like…

Likely audience: policy advocates

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 32 days ago

From recent posts: Politics Extra publishes election coverage, interactive electoral maps, and political trivia games for readers tracking the 2028 presidential race and midterm elections. The publication mixes subscription promotions…

Likely audience: Voters

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

Reviewing The Onion from exactly 20 years ago to laugh, see what holds up and revisit cultural references we forgot about.

Likely audience: media historians

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 2, 2026

From recent posts: Modern Loss publishes essays and interviews on grief, covering college student mental health, bereavement policy, and personal narratives involving humor and cooking. The publication targets readers interested in the…

Likely audience: Higher education administrators

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

The substack of McSweeney's Internet Tendency, McSweeney's Publishing's humor & satire website.

Likely audience: McSweeney's Internet Tendency subscribers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Bell Ringer publishes weekly articles, podcast interviews, and event previews focused on K-12 education policy, instructional theory, and teacher development. The content consistently covers topics such as math…

Likely audience: education researchers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

The go-to newsletter for exposing injustice, holding the powerful accountable, and turning awareness into action. Get unfiltered insights, bold analysis, and real strategies to challenge the status quo and create real…

Likely audience: Civil rights advocates

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Greater Quiet publishes a mix of political commentary on issues like the Israel-Palestine conflict alongside local community event announcements and sponsored business promotions. Its audience includes readers…

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Renovator publishes weekly roundups and feature profiles focused on election litigation, ballot access, and grassroots democracy reform in the United States. Content mixes policy analysis on issues like…

Likely audience: Legal professionals

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

From recent posts: IDs for Life publishes advocacy articles focused on voter ID, grassroots democracy, and social services for organizations and donors. The publication mixes news about nonprofit mergers and funding initiatives with…

Likely audience: democracy advocates

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Substacklast post Aug 12, 2026

True Blue Patriot just trying to do my small part to share the Truth and what I can to help save this country from Fascism. Let’s stand together no matter our race, color of skin or who we Love. 💙WE ARE STRONGER…

Likely audience: social justice advocates

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Let's Address Texas is a political newsletter covering Texas state governance, elections, and policy. It publishes election-day get-out-the-vote guides, investigative pieces on legislative cuts (such as the Children's…

Likely audience: Texas voters

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

Charlotte's Leader In Lacrosse Instruction!

Likely audience: high school lacrosse players

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

The Luke Beasley Show is a political humor and commentary program! Videos posted daily. Want to support what we do and gain access to the daily Main Show + Bonus Show? Become a member by clicking the join button!

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

Randomly irregular thoughts about books, film projects, and life as a writer in America from New York Times bestselling author and indie TV/film producer Suzanne Brockmann

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

A place for public land supporters and educators to share ideas and resources for connecting the next generation of stewards and thinkers to informal learning in national parks, museums, and beyond.

Likely audience: school administrators

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 58 days ago

Insightful, informed, and high-quality commentary and analysis on trends and issues of importance to higher education systems, institutions, and stakeholders around the world.

Likely audience: Higher Education Administrators

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

From recent posts: Your First Byline publishes practical guides and career interviews for aspiring journalists, covering topics like election night coverage and podcast production. The newsletter mixes step-by-step instructional articles…

Likely audience: Election night reporters

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