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How America Became a Dollarocracy

How America Became a Dollarocracy How America Became a Dollarocracy

How can we save our political system from the corrupting influence of money?

Jun 20, 2013 / John Nichols

A Deceptive Win on Plan B

A Deceptive Win on Plan B A Deceptive Win on Plan B

Our reproductive rights are still in danger.

Jun 20, 2013 / StudentNation / Kathleen Robin Joyce and StudentNation

Dave Zirin: What Is the Future for the Salad Revolution?

Dave Zirin: What Is the Future for the Salad Revolution? Dave Zirin: What Is the Future for the Salad Revolution?

With authorities backing away from their proposed transportation hike, what is next for the protests in Brazil?

Jun 20, 2013 / Press Room

Supreme Court Strikes Down Anti-Prostitution Pledge for US Groups

Supreme Court Strikes Down Anti-Prostitution Pledge for US Groups Supreme Court Strikes Down Anti-Prostitution Pledge for US Groups

In a significant win for public health, the Justices called the pledge a violation of the First Amendment.

Jun 20, 2013 / Melissa Gira Grant

As Brazil’s Protests Continue, the Ghosts of Mexico City Must Be Heard

As Brazil’s Protests Continue, the Ghosts of Mexico City Must Be Heard As Brazil’s Protests Continue, the Ghosts of Mexico City Must Be Heard

The only historical comparison to what is happening right now in Brazil was in 1968 in Mexico City. We must be vigilant in making sure they don't end in the same way.

Jun 20, 2013 / Dave Zirin

WATCH: Netroots Nation, Live From San Jose

WATCH: Netroots Nation, Live From San Jose WATCH: Netroots Nation, Live From San Jose

Streaming live from June 20-23.

Jun 20, 2013 / The Nation

Don’t Try to Joke Around With Vladimir Putin

Don’t Try to Joke Around With Vladimir Putin Don’t Try to Joke Around With Vladimir Putin

Obama did, and the result was…awkward. 

Jun 20, 2013 / Leslie Savan

China’s Pacific Dreams

China’s Pacific Dreams China’s Pacific Dreams

How Washington’s and Beijing’s visions for the future may turn into a nightmare.

Jun 20, 2013 / Pepe Escobar

Pelosi Blasts Proposed Food Stamp Cuts, Says Farm Bill Is Endangered

Pelosi Blasts Proposed Food Stamp Cuts, Says Farm Bill Is Endangered Pelosi Blasts Proposed Food Stamp Cuts, Says Farm Bill Is Endangered

Food stamp cuts represent a broader agenda for a Republican caucus that doesn’t ‘believe in government.’

Jun 20, 2013 / George Zornick

Honoring Frederick Douglass With a Demand for Voting Rights

Honoring Frederick Douglass With a Demand for Voting Rights Honoring Frederick Douglass With a Demand for Voting Rights

It was absolutely right to honor the great abolitionist by renewing his call for full voting rights for DC—and all of America.

Jun 20, 2013 / John Nichols

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