The Third Degree alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Third Degree (political commentary, election coverage and campaign strategy). The closest matches are Cortes Investigates, The Onion: 20 Years Later and Margin of Victory. 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
    Cortes Investigates318K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Cortes Investigates is a political newsletter focused on US elections, immigration policy, and conservative commentary. It blends campaign analysis (Wisconsin governor races, midterms), policy deep dives (steel…

    Likely audience: conservative voters

    2 shared topics

  2. 2

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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

    2 shared topics

  3. 3

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Cutting through the spin, telling the tough truths, and helping Democrats build power where it matters most: on the ground.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    2 shared topics

  4. 4

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

    My personal Substack

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    2 shared topics

  5. 5

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 8, 2026

    Demystifying “the why behind the what” in public opinion research.

    Likely audience: political strategists

    2 shared topics

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    Zeteo717K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    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

    1 shared topic

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    Gingrich 360208K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Gingrich 360 is a multimedia production company based in Arlington, Virginia, featuring the work of Speaker Newt Gingrich and Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich.

    Likely audience: political conservatives

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    The Social Contract is a citizen-supported movement resisting authoritarianism and restoring classic American values like civic engagement, tolerance & mutual respect. Written and hosted by former Congressman Joe Walsh…

    Likely audience: political commentators

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: The Warning publishes political analysis, podcast episodes, and opinion pieces focused on US politics, elections, and the Trump administration for a politically engaged audience. The publication mixes long-form essays…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Fast Forward178K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    An irreverent look at the news and events of the week

    Likely audience: Sports fans

    1 shared topic

  11. 11
    Decision Desk HQ153K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Home to Decision Desk HQ's analysis of U.S. elections and politics, led by The Bellwether newsletter.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Erin In The Morning132K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    News and discussion on trans legislation and life.

    Likely audience: political analysts

    1 shared topic

  13. 13

    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

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    A Fight Worth Having105K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    From recent posts: A Fight Worth Having publishes progressive political advocacy, economic policy analysis, and fundraising appeals for Democratic leadership candidates. The publication mixes short-form essays, polling data, and direct…

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

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    Political Humor94K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Political Satire: A humorous look at US politics and current events. Similar to Jimmy Kimmel, John Oliver, Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, Last Week Tonight, The Daily Show, SNL, etc. Our Political Humor chat group is a…

    Likely audience: Voters

    1 shared topic

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    The Fucking News87K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    "I recommend signing up for these guys, if you like getting your morning news with swearing." - Naomi Klein

    Likely audience: Podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    A Substack that explores how we can develop our "moral muscle" to stand up for democracy -- and each other -- in this critical moment. Plus insight and analysis at the intersection of law, national security, and the…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Krystal Kyle & Friends79K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: Nolan Higdon's Gaslight Gazette publishes media analysis and political commentary through podcast episodes and articles, covering topics such as AI regulation, election spending, media censorship, and press freedom. It…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Strength In Numbers74K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Independent, data-driven analysis of politics, public opinion polls, and elections. From author, journalist, and pollster G. Elliott Morris.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Unfiltered dispatches from Michael Fanone — full episodes, raw livestreams, and personal takes on power, politics, and the people behind the headlines.

    Likely audience: policy makers

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Fifth Column (A Podcast) publishes a mix of political commentary, cultural analysis, and live event announcements. Content spans US politics and election coverage, socialism and labor theory, foreign policy, and…

    Likely audience: Podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

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    KrassenCast67K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Political news, sharp interviews, and the Krassenstein Catch-Up with Brian and Ed Krassenstein—clips and context behind the headlines.

    Likely audience: US political observers

    1 shared topic

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    Substacklast post May 31, 2026

    From recent posts: Onward with Ava DuVernay publishes political commentary, cultural criticism, and personal essays across digital media, voting rights, and space exploration topics. The publication features a mix of original articles…

    Likely audience: Civil rights advocates

    1 shared topic

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