Articles

The US, Israel and Iran

The US, Israel and Iran The US, Israel and Iran

Obama foiled Netanyahu’s attempt to browbeat Washington into war. But the White House needs a new strategic approach.

Mar 7, 2012 / The Editors

Can Anyone Rein in the NYPD’s Spies?

Can Anyone Rein in the NYPD’s Spies? Can Anyone Rein in the NYPD’s Spies?

Outrage over the surveillance of Muslim communities must be channeled into pressure to investigate—and end—the federally funded program.

Mar 7, 2012 / The Editors

Why Obama’s Healthcare Law Is Constitutional

Why Obama’s Healthcare Law Is Constitutional Why Obama’s Healthcare Law Is Constitutional

The individual mandate is not a threat to fundamental liberties.

Mar 7, 2012 / David Cole

Japan’s New Antinuke Activism Japan’s New Antinuke Activism

After the Fukushima disaster, a new generation has drawn inspiration from the Arab Spring and Occupy Wall Street.

Mar 7, 2012 / Eric Ozawa

The Genius of Cecile Richards

The Genius of Cecile Richards The Genius of Cecile Richards

How, exactly, did she turn a relentless right-wing assault into a source of renewed political power for Planned Parenthood?

Mar 7, 2012 / Feature / Elizabeth Mitchell

2008 Republican National Convention

The Fox News Effect The Fox News Effect

This is your brain on two weeks of non-stop Fox News.

Mar 7, 2012 / Feature / Marvin Kitman

The Enigma of Bhutan

The Enigma of Bhutan The Enigma of Bhutan

Two decades ago, nearly one-sixth of the population was forcibly expelled. How did King Wangchuck escape any real censure?

Mar 7, 2012 / Feature / Kai Bird

Contraception (of All Things) Contraception (of All Things)

Republicans are bashing birth control, As candidates far-rightward scurry. The voters haven’t heard such talk in years. We’re going backward in a hurry.

Mar 7, 2012 / Column / Calvin Trillin

Lessons From Fukushima, One Year Later

Lessons From Fukushima, One Year Later Lessons From Fukushima, One Year Later

No matter how appalling the catastrophe, the nuclear industry will insist on the safety of nuclear power.

Mar 7, 2012 / Column / Alexander Cockburn

Protect Pregnant Women: Free Bei Bei Shuai

Protect Pregnant Women: Free Bei Bei Shuai Protect Pregnant Women: Free Bei Bei Shuai

Bad things happen when laws to protect fetuses are turned against the women who carry them.

Mar 7, 2012 / Column / Katha Pollitt

x