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When Networks Snub a Presidential Address, Democracy Is ‘The Biggest Loser’

When Networks Snub a Presidential Address, Democracy Is ‘The Biggest Loser’ When Networks Snub a Presidential Address, Democracy Is ‘The Biggest Loser’

It is absurd that broadcast networks choose entertainment over Obama’s immigration speech.

Nov 20, 2014 / John Nichols

Before Senator Mark Udall Leaves Office, He Can Make History

Before Senator Mark Udall Leaves Office, He Can Make History Before Senator Mark Udall Leaves Office, He Can Make History

Transparency and civil liberties advocates are calling on outgoing Senator Mark Udall to use his privileges as a senator to release the contents of the CIA “torture report&rd...

Nov 20, 2014 / NationAction

What Wouldn’t Roger Goodell Do to Save His Image?

What Wouldn’t Roger Goodell Do to Save His Image? What Wouldn’t Roger Goodell Do to Save His Image?

Is Roger Goodell exploiting an instance of child abuse to save his personal and professional brand?

Nov 20, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Hope and Fear Precede Obama’s Immigration Announcement

Hope and Fear Precede Obama’s Immigration Announcement Hope and Fear Precede Obama’s Immigration Announcement

Knowing that many will be left out, parents and children nervously await the executive orders the president will reveal Thursday evening.

Nov 20, 2014 / Zoë Carpenter

Why Is Jay Leno Flacking for the Gun Lobby?

Why Is Jay Leno Flacking for the Gun Lobby? Why Is Jay Leno Flacking for the Gun Lobby?

Violence-prevention groups are urging the comedian to cancel an appearance at an upcoming industry trade show.

Nov 20, 2014 / Peter Dreier

Why Is the US Military So Interested in Chad?

Why Is the US Military So Interested in Chad? Why Is the US Military So Interested in Chad?

The US military continues a long series of mistakes, missteps and mishaps across Africa.

Nov 20, 2014 / Nick Turse

Remembering Mike Nichols

Remembering Mike Nichols Remembering Mike Nichols

Hamilton Fish remembers legendary film director and creative force behind 'The Graduate', Mike Nichols.

Nov 20, 2014 / Books & the Arts / Hamilton Fish

After Fearmongering Kills the NSA Reform Bill, What’s Next?

After Fearmongering Kills the NSA Reform Bill, What’s Next? After Fearmongering Kills the NSA Reform Bill, What’s Next?

The Senate’s failure to bring even a narrow, watered-down reform to a final vote underscores that Congress is for the most part disinterested in exercising its constitutional duty ...

Nov 19, 2014 / Zoë Carpenter

Failing to Indict Darren Wilson Won’t End the Movement Against Police Violence

Failing to Indict Darren Wilson Won’t End the Movement Against Police Violence Failing to Indict Darren Wilson Won’t End the Movement Against Police Violence

This has been, and will continue to be, about the protection of black life and the end of the police state.

Nov 19, 2014 / Mychal Denzel Smith

Why Gruber’s ‘Stupid’ Comment Has Become a Dog Whistle for the GOP

Why Gruber’s ‘Stupid’ Comment Has Become a Dog Whistle for the GOP Why Gruber’s ‘Stupid’ Comment Has Become a Dog Whistle for the GOP

For Obama, Gruber has become an Other from another mother.

 

Nov 19, 2014 / Leslie Savan

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