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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  1. 1
    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

    2 shared topics

  2. 2
    Popular 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

  3. 3
    FactCheck.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

  4. 4
    a 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

  5. 5
    FWIW25K 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

  6. 6
    Sentinel 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

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    The 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

  8. 8
    MurMur’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

  9. 9
    Iowa 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

  10. 10
    The Rebuild1K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    2 shared topics

  11. 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. 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

  13. 13
    The 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

  14. 14
    Meidas+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

  15. 15
    Tropic 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

  16. 16
    The 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

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    The 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

  18. 18
    Doug 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

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    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

  20. 20
    Raw 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

  21. 21
    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

  22. 22
    The 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

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    The 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

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    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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