John’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

From recent posts: Greg Palast Investigates publishes news and investigative reports focused on voting rights, election integrity, and voter suppression tactics. The publication features guest posts, interviews, and promotional material…

Likely audience: civil rights advocates

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Substacklast post Jul 4, 2026

From recent posts: Gavin Newsom publishes opinion pieces and columns on California governance, fiscal policy, and national democracy issues. The publication features the Governor's first-person advocacy on topics such as election…

Likely audience: Legal professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Lucid publishes weekly Q&A transcripts and essays on authoritarianism, economic inequality, and voter mobilization for readers interested in political history and democratic resilience. The publication mixes live event…

Likely audience: journalists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

From recent posts: The Fractured Line publishes personal essays and human-interest stories about social impact, foster care, second-chance employment, and family reunions, often tied to reader support for independent journalism. It is…

Likely audience: political activists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: activists

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

From recent posts: Owl Media publishes a mix of political reporting, photojournalism, and personal narratives focused on Florida politics, immigration enforcement, and midterm election coverage. The publication targets readers interested…

Likely audience: activists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 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

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

I had a front-row seat to history during Trump 1.0 – and blew the whistle. Every week, I offer sharp insights, expose hidden risks, and unpack the headlines so we can stay informed and ready. Join me as I cut through…

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 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

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

A newsletter covering politics, media bias and a smattering of culture.

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

There's plenty to fear, but we must have hope! Democracy is on the ropes, and we're fighting back - holding leaders accountable (with an army of lawyers) to save our country for our kids and grandkids. Subscribe now to…

Likely audience: Legal professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Hope for America with Heather Delaney Reese publishes weekly opinion pieces analyzing Donald Trump's political conduct, the Trump administration's foreign policy, and the strategies of Vice President JD Vance. The…

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

This weekday newsletter gives you easy, effective political actions to take to stave off despair, effect positive change and elect more true public servants. It also provides a Sunday good news list to show you all of…

Likely audience: Volunteers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Ann Telnaes- Artist, visual storyteller, creator of "Open Windows"

Likely audience: political activists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: The Present Age publishes political commentary and cultural criticism on U.S. elections, media consolidation, press freedom, and transgender health, alongside personal essays and sports writing. Its audience is readers…

Likely audience: political commentators

1 shared topic

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: election law professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

The most painless way to get informed. Five times a week, we'll make you laugh about what's going on in the world to keep you from crying.

Likely audience: US political observers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Elie Mystal's newsletter publishes weekly political essays and critiques focusing on Supreme Court rulings, Senate hearings, and the Trump administration's policies. The publication targets readers interested in legal…

Likely audience: media critics

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: The Santa Barbara Current publishes opinion-driven articles, policy critiques, and election coverage focused on local government, education ethics, and state-level politics. It targets engaged residents and voters with…

Likely audience: California voters

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Real America's Voice publishes political news, exclusive interviews with Donald Trump, and live coverage of presidential press pool events. The publication also features investigative reporting on border enforcement and…

Likely audience: Political journalists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: Emerald Robinson: The Right Way publishes political commentary, election security reporting, and media criticism targeting conservative readers. The publication mixes hard news on voting systems and legal disputes with…

Likely audience: patriots

1 shared topic

SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

A newsletter that explores the crucial relationship between journalism and American democracy.

Likely audience: media critics

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 51 days ago

From recent posts: Kyle For Alabama publishes political announcements and campaign updates focused on Alabama voters and national apportionment reform. The publication mixes personal announcements with policy advocacy regarding the…

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Truth-telling at the intersection of faith, history, and justice Focus on white Christian nationalism + the Black Christian tradition

Likely audience: Christian leaders and pastors

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