The Lateral Lens alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Lateral Lens (War profiteering, Corporate influence on foreign policy and Labor history). The closest matches are Beyond the Whiteboard, Bernie's Substack and Patterns by Naomi Klein. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About The Lateral Lens

Lateral thoughts on project management, product design, and business strategy

  • War profiteering
  • Corporate influence on foreign policy
  • Labor history
  • U.S. military history
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  1. 1
    Beyond the Whiteboard429K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    Welcome! I've started this Substack account to share my more in depth thoughts about Congress, campaigns, and the issues that families across the country are facing. I hope you'll learn a thing or two.

    Likely audience: Community organizers

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    Bernie's Substack128K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

    This is the official page for Bernie Sanders. Join our political revolution!

    Likely audience: Progressive activists

    1 shared topic

  3. 3

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    Intellectual scaffolding for our age of serial shocks and deliberate discombobulation

    Likely audience: political activists

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    PragerU25K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: PragerU publishes conservative opinion pieces, political analysis, and educational resources targeting parents, educators, and voters. The publication covers topics ranging from children's literature and legal ethics to…

    Likely audience: Political observers

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    Egberto Off The Record23K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 4 days ago

    This is a newsletter that covers today's politics, economics, healthcare, and much more. We dispel the lies and misinformation prevalent in the mainstream media and, most importantly, provide solutions and courses of…

    Likely audience: Progressive activists

    1 shared topic

  6. 6
    Still Wandering18K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 17 days ago

    For people who still don't know what they want to be when they grow up.

    Likely audience: Career changers

    1 shared topic

  7. 7
    The Holler17K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 2, 2026

    From recent posts: The Holler publishes weekly political and labor analysis covering immigration enforcement, union busting, and economic inequality through articles, video scripts, and live event reviews. It targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: policy analysts

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    The Snap Forward16K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: The Snap Forward publishes long-form essays and podcast episode summaries focused on climate risk management, financial stability, and societal adaptation strategies. The publication targets readers seeking practical…

    Likely audience: Climate risk analysts

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    GoozNews13K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: GoozNews publishes policy analysis and book reviews focused on healthcare reform, pharmaceutical regulation, and the intersection of economics with public health. The publication targets readers interested in Medicare…

    Likely audience: Healthcare policy analysts

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    The adventures, insights, and travel tips of a gay nomad couple exploring the world. A "Substack Featured" Newsletter. Also featured on CBS Sunday Morning, NPR, and CNN.

    Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  11. 11
    Mark A. Shryock10K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    Based in Clayton, GA, Mark is an artist and writer. Previously an international professor and PhD fellow in India, he studied spirituality, Tagore, and cultural studies. He holds an Honorary Professorship at the School…

    Likely audience: Economic analysts

    1 shared topic

  12. 12
    I-System TrendCompass9K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    Daily market-related commentary and trading signals focused on 17 key financial markets. The signals are generated by I-System trend following strategies - five different strategies tracking each market.

    Likely audience: policy analysts

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    Volkan Kahyalar7K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Kariyer & Kişisel Marka Koçu at Freelance | Disiplinler Arası Stratejist

    Likely audience: Sociologists and social researchers

    1 shared topic

  14. 14

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    Life, politics, & culture broken down by Meghan McCain

    Likely audience: Political commentators

    1 shared topic

  15. 15

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 57 days ago

    All the stuff I can't say on the news: Television tales. Behind the scenes. Politics group therapy. Hot goss. What are we watching now? Brilliant and bizarre show pitches. Why aren't we covering it? Washington straight…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  16. 16

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication covers political science, economic inequality, and democracy measurement through statistical analysis and empirical critiques of theories like the resource curse. It targets researchers and…

    Likely audience: Political scientists

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    From recent posts: The Paris Unlocked Newsletter publishes weekly essays on French culture, history, and social issues, including topics like student protests, theatre history, urban foraging, and culinary heritage. It targets an audience…

    Likely audience: Education policy analysts

    1 shared topic

  18. 18

    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Michael Mohr's Sincere American Writing publishes a rotating mix of US political analysis, literary fiction, personal essays, and travel memoirs. The publication targets readers interested in cultural criticism…

    Likely audience: Progressive political commentators

    1 shared topic

  19. 19
    Macrowise Newsletter3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Macrowise Newsletter publishes long-form essays on artificial intelligence, robotics, and corporate strategy for investors and industry professionals. The publication covers topics ranging from AI equity distribution…

    Likely audience: Tech founders

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Data for Climate Progress publishes quarterly newsletters featuring climate polling, voter sentiment analysis, and policy updates alongside occasional internal job listings and fundraising appeals. The publication…

    Likely audience: Climate activists and organizers

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    Leon Voß3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago

    From recent posts: Leon Voß publishes essays analyzing AI automation, wealth inequality, hiring bias, and moral panics. The content focuses on statistical mechanics, social psychology, and critiques of meritocracy.

    Likely audience: AI researchers

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    Young Men Research Project (YMRP) is the leading research organization dedicated to understanding and engaging young men in the United States. Donate at: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/young-men-research-project-1

    Likely audience: political analysts

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication publishes long-form essays on international relations, economics, and personal resilience, featuring topics such as EU integration, wealth taxation, and emergency preparedness. The content targets…

    Likely audience: Policy analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

    Likely audience: Voters in Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District

    1 shared topic

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