Law

The Fight to Revive Democracy Has Only Just Begun

The Fight to Revive Democracy Has Only Just Begun The Fight to Revive Democracy Has Only Just Begun

Two bills awaiting the new Senate would ensure that everyone can vote—and that their votes matter.

Jan 26, 2021 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

Student Organizing May Never Be the Same Again

Student Organizing May Never Be the Same Again Student Organizing May Never Be the Same Again

Covid-19 has upended some of the most essential tactics for student organizers. That might be a good thing.

Jan 26, 2021 / StudentNation / Ilana Cohen

Representative Jamie Raskin: ‘It Was a Scene of Absolute Terror and Mayhem’

Representative Jamie Raskin: ‘It Was a Scene of Absolute Terror and Mayhem’ Representative Jamie Raskin: ‘It Was a Scene of Absolute Terror and Mayhem’

It’s time for Congress to reassert itself as the government’s most powerful branch, the lead impeachment manager told The Nation

Jan 26, 2021 / Q&A / John Nichols

The Madcap Mysteries of Homeland Security

The Madcap Mysteries of Homeland Security The Madcap Mysteries of Homeland Security

Overreach into local law enforcement has led to the investigation of matters laughably unrelated to terrorism.

Jan 26, 2021 / Ken Klippenstein

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The Justice System Is Going Too Easy on the White Insurrectionists The Justice System Is Going Too Easy on the White Insurrectionists

The Biden administration will be judged by how seriously it prosecutes the white supremacists who tried to overturn the election.

Jan 25, 2021 / Elie Mystal

Execution chamber

The Trauma of the Death Penalty in Texas The Trauma of the Death Penalty in Texas

Executions leave a mark on everyone involved.

Jan 25, 2021 / Michael Barajas and The Texas Observer

Poison Soup

Poison Soup Poison Soup

America is left with a taste of fascism.

Jan 22, 2021 / OppArt / J.T. Williamson

The Capitol Rioters Must Face Consequences

The Capitol Rioters Must Face Consequences The Capitol Rioters Must Face Consequences

The long-standing normalization of right-wing violence demands that accountability for their crimes be a national priority.

Jan 22, 2021 / Column / Kali Holloway

CBP drone

Why Biden’s ‘Virtual’ Border Could Be Worse Than Trump’s Wall Why Biden’s ‘Virtual’ Border Could Be Worse Than Trump’s Wall

Advanced surveillance tech on the border poses dangers to both migrants and citizens.

Jan 22, 2021 / Felipe de la Hoz

Mother of Exiles

Mother of Exiles Mother of Exiles

Hope and danger in the migrant’s journey.

Jan 21, 2021 / OppArt / Pamela Enriquez-Courts

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