The American Revolution’s Long Tail The American Revolution’s Long Tail
Throughout US history, social movements—from reformist to radical—have returned to the language and ideals of 1776.
Jun 22, 2026 / Feature / Richard Kreitner
Lyn Hejinian’s Republic of Readers Lyn Hejinian’s Republic of Readers
In the poet's last work, Lola the Interpreter, she treats her readers as true interlocutors, inviting them into the act of interpretation alongside her.
Jun 22, 2026 / Books & the Arts / Angie Sijun Lou
Lessons From the People’s Historian, Howard Zinn Lessons From the People’s Historian, Howard Zinn
His take on history arms youth with the courage to “transform the world.” It’s no wonder the right aims to erase it.
Jun 19, 2026 / Feature / Dave Zirin
We Can Still Realize FDR’s Vision We Can Still Realize FDR’s Vision
Roosevelt understood that freedom that extends from economic security.
Jun 18, 2026 / Feature / Harvey J. Kaye
David Ellison Draws the Curtain on News David Ellison Draws the Curtain on News
Mogul behind Colbert firing and 60 Minutes’ downfall.
Jun 17, 2026 / OppArt / Peter Kuper
We Must Restore Congress as the Predominant Branch of Government We Must Restore Congress as the Predominant Branch of Government
The promise of democratic governance was stolen from the people. We must win it back.
Jun 17, 2026 / Feature / Jamie Raskin
Alexander Hamilton, the Wrong Founder Alexander Hamilton, the Wrong Founder
Dismantling the cult of personality created around the founding era's plutocratic foe of democracy.
Jun 16, 2026 / Feature / William Hogeland
The Curious Case of the Nadav Lapid Boycott Campaign The Curious Case of the Nadav Lapid Boycott Campaign
In seeking to punish artists for ties to Israeli organizations, are boycotters choosing the right targets?
Jun 15, 2026 / Ben Schwartz
Separation of Church and State: America’s Best Idea Separation of Church and State: America’s Best Idea
Christian nationalists keep forgetting what the country’s founders kept writing down.
Jun 15, 2026 / Feature / John Fugelsang