Is Chris Christie Gaining Traction for 2016? Is Chris Christie Gaining Traction for 2016?
So far, no smoking gun. But there are now four separate investigations underway, with new leads to follow.
Apr 17, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss
How America’s Wars Came Home With the Troops How America’s Wars Came Home With the Troops
Since 2002, veterans have been committing murder individually and in groups, killing family, friends, strangers and—in appalling numbers—themselves.
Apr 17, 2014 / Ann Jones
The Cheering Stops. De Blasio Keeps Running. The Cheering Stops. De Blasio Keeps Running.
We end out First 100 Days blog with a look at what stands between the progressive mayor and the far-off finish line.
Apr 17, 2014 / Jarrett Murphy
For Now, Diplomacy Defuses Ukraine Crisis For Now, Diplomacy Defuses Ukraine Crisis
We don’t need a new Cold War.
Apr 17, 2014 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The Worst-Case Scenario in Ukraine The Worst-Case Scenario in Ukraine
As the conflict escalates, so too does the possibility of a military confrontation between the United States–NATO and Russia.
Apr 16, 2014 / Stephen F. Cohen
Is This the Moment to Normalize US Relations With Cuba? Is This the Moment to Normalize US Relations With Cuba?
With Senator Foreign Relations chairman and Cuba hawk Robert Menendez mired in scandal, the embargo could finally be lifted.
Apr 16, 2014 / Tom Hayden
Senator Manchin Defends Law Firm Accused of Concealing Black Lung Medical Evidence Senator Manchin Defends Law Firm Accused of Concealing Black Lung Medical Evidence
A Pulitzer-prize winning investigation found that law firm Jackson Kelly, now defended by Senator Joe Manchin, concealed evidence and shaped doctor’s testimony.
Apr 16, 2014 / Lee Fang
How Should Obama Respond to Putin’s Ukraine Provocations? How Should Obama Respond to Putin’s Ukraine Provocations?
It isn’t clear how far Putin will go, but diplomacy is the only answer.
Apr 16, 2014 / Bob Dreyfuss
How Football Culture Can Change Rape Culture How Football Culture Can Change Rape Culture
To curb sexual assault, victims need allies and advocates. Former University of Missouri football player Rolandis Woodland is a model for this.
Apr 16, 2014 / Jessica Luther
Want to Expand Abortion Rights in Texas? Better Talk About Immigration, Too Want to Expand Abortion Rights in Texas? Better Talk About Immigration, Too
Winning on abortion rights means talking—and listening—to voters in a new way.
Apr 16, 2014 / Dani McClain