Is the GOP deliberately trying to tank the economy for political purposes? The Nation’s Washington editor, Chris Hayes joined Rachel Maddow this week on MSNBC to consider the question. Meanwhile, Nation editor and publisher Katrina vanden Heuvel took to the Washington Post to decry the recklessness of the Republicans in a time of economic crisis. The only way to keep up on all of The Nation‘s voices is by joining our free EmailNation list. Arriving three times each week, this succinct newsletter will help keep you informed on what matters most. And we’ll never share your name with anyone. Sign up now!