The Sophist Network The Sophist Network
Justin E.H. Smith’s recent book is a prime example of how a certain realm of philosophical thinking misunderstands the material impact of the Internet.
Aug 1, 2022 / Books & the Arts / Michael Eby
The Myth of Libertarian Exit The Myth of Libertarian Exit
Raymond Craib’s new book, Adventure Capitalism, traces the history of individualist, property-oriented “escape” projects pursued by the likes of Michael Oliver, Peter Thiel, and Bi...
Aug 1, 2022 / Q&A / Jacob Bruggeman
After “Dobbs,” Republicans Offer Few Ideas for Increasing Support for Children and Families After “Dobbs,” Republicans Offer Few Ideas for Increasing Support for Children and Families
A handful of Republicans have responded to the overturn of Roe by putting forward ideas for paid leave and cash payments to families. But if you look closely, the plans are far too...
Jul 29, 2022 / Bryce Covert
Gavin Newsom’s Letter to Biden Urges Climate Action Gavin Newsom’s Letter to Biden Urges Climate Action
The California governor called on the president to ramp up climate change interventions, while decrying obstruction in Congress.
Jul 29, 2022 / Sasha Abramsky
This Year, It Was New Mexico’s Turn to Burn This Year, It Was New Mexico’s Turn to Burn
We may have dodged a bullet, but climate change has unlimited ammo.
Jul 29, 2022 / William deBuys
Red Hot Summer In America Red Hot Summer In America
Coast to coast fires.
Jul 29, 2022 / OppArt / Jos Sances
Trump Might Face Prison, but Bolton and Kissinger? Never! Trump Might Face Prison, but Bolton and Kissinger? Never!
John Bolton recently joked about helping to plan coups while in office. For those on the receiving end, like the thousands who died thanks to Henry Kissinger’s machinations, Americ...
Jul 29, 2022 / Ben Burgis
David Moberg, 1943–2022 David Moberg, 1943–2022
For over half a century his reports on the labor movement, in The Nation and elsewhere, were a model of activist journalism.
Jul 29, 2022 / Obituary / Peter Dreier
Missouri Senate Hopeful Lucas Kunce Battles Big Money in Both Parties Missouri Senate Hopeful Lucas Kunce Battles Big Money in Both Parties
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch says the Senate candidate has the right message to beat the millionaires who seek to dominate politics.
Jul 29, 2022 / John Nichols