From Wisconsin to Washington, Americans Are Demanding an Amendment to Overturn ‘Citizens United’ From Wisconsin to Washington, Americans Are Demanding an Amendment to Overturn ‘Citizens United’
Referendum votes are sweeping Wisconsin, while Democracy Spring protesters are demanding an end to elections dominated by corporations and big money.
Apr 12, 2016 / John Nichols
Did Bernie Sanders Commit ‘Blood Libel’ Against Israel? Did Bernie Sanders Commit ‘Blood Libel’ Against Israel?
That’s what some of the country’s defenders are saying. But his claim that Israel used indiscriminate force in Gaza is accurate.
Apr 12, 2016 / Norman G. Finkelstein
Farewell to Al Jazeera America Farewell to Al Jazeera America
The end of the media empire’s US venture doesn’t bode well for American viewers—or for journalism.
Apr 12, 2016 / Leslie Savan
Explaining Donald Trump to My Children Explaining Donald Trump to My Children
Most toddlers have a better sense of social consciousness than Trump.
Apr 12, 2016 / Frida Berrigan
I Used to Support Bernie, but Then I Changed My Mind I Used to Support Bernie, but Then I Changed My Mind
I have a variety of concerns about both candidates’ campaigns. But I intend to vote for Hillary Clinton in the California primary for one fundamental reason.
Apr 12, 2016 / Tom Hayden
As a Former Marine, America’s War-Making Haunts Me—It Should Haunt Our Politicians Too As a Former Marine, America’s War-Making Haunts Me—It Should Haunt Our Politicians Too
I am a veteran of the Afghanistan war, and I refuse to stop bearing responsibility for my past.
Apr 12, 2016 / Lyle Jeremy Rubin
The Welcome Rebellion in the Democratic Party The Welcome Rebellion in the Democratic Party
The rambunctious political discussions currently roiling the Democratic party will only make it stronger come November.
Apr 12, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
You Either Work or You Go to Jail You Either Work or You Go to Jail
Parole and probation are trapping former prisoners in debt, forcing them to work to avoid getting locked up.
Apr 12, 2016 / Michelle Chen
Can Markets Solve Climate Change? This Democratic Socialist Thinks So. Can Markets Solve Climate Change? This Democratic Socialist Thinks So.
Here’s how.
Apr 12, 2016 / Mark Paul, Anders Fremstad, and James K. Boyce
Sanders Is for Schmucks Sanders Is for Schmucks
When will young voters come to their senses?
Apr 12, 2016 / Tom Tomorrow