Michael Tracey

Michael Tracey is a writer based in New Jersey. He was an editorial intern at The Nation in 2010. Follow him on Twitter at mtracey, and email him at mtracey8 at gmail.com

Articles

Occupy Philly Avoids Eviction, Police Brutality—for Now

Mayor Michael Nutter and Philadelphia police have shown respect for the right to protest, and a deadline for eviction passed without action.

Michael Tracey

Why Did the NYPD Use Horses on Occupy Wall Street Protesters? (Movements, Occupy Wall Street)

A peaceful demonstration in Times Square was met with the force's Mounted Unit, creating a dangerous situation.

Michael Tracey

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Where Is Journalism School Going? (Education, Journalists and Journalism)

The Medill School of Journalism's change of name is indicative of wider -- and frightening -- trends in journalism education.

Michael Tracey

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Importing the Portuguese Model of Drug Reform (Activism, Drug War and Drug Policy, World)

US drug reformers could learn a lot from Portugal’s successful decriminalization efforts.

Michael Tracey and Neima Jahromi

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The Rise of Chris Christie, Governor Wrecking Ball (States)

With callous austerity measures, New Jersey's Chris Christie has made himself a contender.

Michael Tracey

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Rally Against Islamic Center Sullies Day of Remembrance (Racism and Discrimination, Religion)

A rally in opposition to the proposed Islamic center in lower Manhattan marred what should have been a day of remembrance and reflection with disturbing outbursts of racism and misogyny.

Braden Goyette and Michael Tracey

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Bill Clinton Backs Same-Sex Marriage (Sex and Sexuality, Society)

The former president's reversal is the highest-profile one to date. It may also have political implications for the future of the Defense of Marriage Act.

Michael Tracey