Popular Information (Judd Legum)
Popular Information (Judd Legum)

Popular Information (Judd Legum)

by Judd Legum

Several times weekly Freemium

Accountability journalism for your inbox. Popular Information investigates the money and influence that drive American politics and corporate power.

About Popular Information (Judd Legum)

Popular Information is 'news for people who want to change things'. Legum doesn't just report on the headlines; he digs into the public records to show who is actually funding specific bills or candidates. It has a track record of forcing major corporations to change their political spending habits through its reporting.

What Makes This Newsletter Unique

Direct Impact. It's one of the few newsletters that consistently results in real-world corporate and political shifts.

Who Should Subscribe?

People who want to see the 'fine print' of power and support independent investigative journalism.

Content Format

Deep-dive investigative reports (usually one major topic per email).

Recent Newsletter Issues

Feb 5, 2026

UPDATE: Despite rhetoric, feds continue aggressive crackdown in Minneapolis

After the brutal killing of Alex Pretti on January 25 — the second fatal shooting of an American citizen by federal agents in the Minneapolis area — the Trump administration sought to advance a narrat

Feb 4, 2026

What's next

Welcome to Popular Information, a newsletter dedicated to accountability journalism.

Feb 3, 2026

The plot to undermine the 2026 elections

The Trump administration is engaged in a multi-pronged effort to undermine the integrity of and confidence in the 2026 election.

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Pros

  • Phenomenal research and data sourcing
  • Highly original reporting you won't see elsewhere
  • Powerful tool for political accountability

Cons

  • Can be very narrowly focused on specific controversies
  • Strong progressive/activist leaning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a daily news brief?

No, it is focused on specific investigative pieces and typically comes out 3-4 times a week.

How often is Popular Information (Judd Legum) published?

Popular Information (Judd Legum) is published several times weekly.

Who writes Popular Information (Judd Legum)?

Popular Information (Judd Legum) is written by Judd Legum. Judd Legum is a journalist and the founder of ThinkProgress.

About the Author: Judd Legum

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Judd Legum

Judd Legum is a journalist and the founder of ThinkProgress. He is known for his deep research into corporate FEC filings and holding powerful institutions accountable.

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