The Big Picture alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Big Picture (campaign finance, political advertising and taxpayer spending). The closest matches are The New Yorker, Popular Information and FactCheck.org. 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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Journalism and journalism education have been more than just work for me. This free column (archaic as that term may be) is about that and more. Subscribers are welcome, at no cost.
- campaign finance
- political advertising
- taxpayer spending
- midterm elections
- 1The 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
2 shared topics
- 2Popular Information546K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Popular Information publishes weekly newsletters and articles focused on political advertising, election integrity, and campaign finance transparency. The publication covers specific topics such as DHS documents, voter…
Likely audience: Political analysts
2 shared topics
- 3FactCheck.org302K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago
The official free Substack of FactCheck.org.
Likely audience: Fact-checkers
2 shared topics
- 4a note from mark58K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
Mark Warner's Campaign Headquarters
Likely audience: Virginia voters
2 shared topics
- 5FWIW25K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago
A newsletter tracking digital spending, strategy, and trends in our elections.
Likely audience: Political strategists
2 shared topics
- 6Sentinel Action Fund6K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
We're reshaping how the Right does elections. More grassroots. More victories.
Likely audience: Conservative activists
2 shared topics
- 7The American Saga 6K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago
News and views covering America's story from a decidedly anti-partisan perspective.
Likely audience: political observers
2 shared topics
- 8MurMur’s Substack2K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago
From recent posts: MurMur’s Substack publishes political reporting on state-level Senate races, focusing on how issues like data center regulation and trade policy affect voters and candidates. It is aimed at readers following the 2026…
Likely audience: policy analysts
2 shared topics
- 9Iowa Down Ballot1K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 days ago
From recent posts: Iowa Down Ballot is a podcast series hosted by Dave Price that covers Iowa state and federal politics, including legislative updates, election polling, and debates. The content primarily features interviews with…
Likely audience: Iowa voters
2 shared topics
- 10The Rebuild1K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago
Likely audience: Political analysts
2 shared topics
- 11
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
Proud husband/dad, SoCal native, clean energy advocate, environmental attorney, Stanford/Duke alum. U.S. Representative for CA-49. Official Substack.
Likely audience: political analysts
2 shared topics
- 12
LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 31 days ago
What the Trump administration means for Washington and the world
Likely audience: US political observers
2 shared topics
- 13The Parnas Perspective901K subscribers
SubstackDaily · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: The Parnas Perspective is a news publication covering U.S. politics, election dynamics, and international affairs. It reports on election developments, White House operations, and policy debates, while also featuring…
Likely audience: Political analysts
1 shared topic
- 14Meidas+887K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 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
- 15Tropic Press: J.C. Bruce696K subscribers
SubstackDaily · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Tropic Press: J.C. Bruce publishes a news-focused newsletter covering Florida politics and policy. Content spans election analysis, campaign finance investigations, state legislation (such as DeSantis's domestic…
Likely audience: Florida voters
1 shared topic
- 16The David Pakman Show329K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 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
- 17The Preamble318K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
News, politics, and history from #1 NYT-bestselling author Sharon McMahon. Breaking down government and law in straightforward ways you won’t find anywhere else. If you want clarity and context — delivered with sanity…
Likely audience: Political observers
1 shared topic
- 18Doug for Alabama311K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
The official Substack of Doug for Alabama
Likely audience: Political donors
1 shared topic
- 19Minocqua Brewing Company Times290K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
We are a progressive independent media platform focused on combatting right wing misinformation in the Upper Midwest. We fund ourselves through paid subscriptions and the sale of products from over 150 progressive…
Likely audience: Independent voters concerned about political fairness
Rising: +68K subscribers (+31%) in 29 days
1 shared topic
- 20Raw America279K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
The fastest-growing people powered news network in America. Investigative journalism, analysis and Capitol Hill reporting.
Likely audience: Media consumers
1 shared topic
- 21Public 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
- 22The Feed245K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago
A daily(ish) newsletter that breaks down politics and pop culture through the voices of trusted digital creators.
Likely audience: Political analysts
1 shared topic
- 23The Dworkin Report238K subscribers
SubstackDaily · last post 11 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
- 24Wiley Nickel’s Substack225K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
Thoughts directly from Wiley. Dad, husband, former Congressman, and US Senate candidate in North Carolina. www.wileynickel.com
Likely audience: State legislators
1 shared topic
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