Politics

From the Deep South to the Midwest, a Generation Demands Justice

From the Deep South to the Midwest, a Generation Demands Justice From the Deep South to the Midwest, a Generation Demands Justice

Across the country, students are occupying capitols and hitting the streets for racial justice—and generational ideals whose time has come.

Jul 23, 2013 / StudentNation / StudentNation

Chris Christie Says He’s Doing Jersey a Favor Just by Being Chris Christie

Chris Christie Says He’s Doing Jersey a Favor Just by Being Chris Christie Chris Christie Says He’s Doing Jersey a Favor Just by Being Chris Christie

The governor claims his national TV appearances aren’t about 2016 presidential politics. He’s just trying to improve his state's image.

Jul 23, 2013 / John Nichols

Is This the Big Moment for Better Work/Family Balance Policies?

Is This the Big Moment for Better Work/Family Balance Policies? Is This the Big Moment for Better Work/Family Balance Policies?

Politicians from President Obama to Republican leaders are introducing legislation aimed at fixing the challenge of balancing family and careers.

Jul 23, 2013 / Bryce Covert

Helen Thomas’s Legacy

Helen Thomas’s Legacy Helen Thomas’s Legacy

In praise of a reporter who understood that she needed to have access to power in order to question that power.

Jul 23, 2013 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

North Carolina Republicans Push Extreme Voter Suppression Measures

North Carolina Republicans Push Extreme Voter Suppression Measures North Carolina Republicans Push Extreme Voter Suppression Measures

A new voter ID bill would also cut early voting and ban same-day registration.

Jul 23, 2013 / Ari Berman

Senate Poised to Raise Interest Rates on Future Student Loans

Senate Poised to Raise Interest Rates on Future Student Loans Senate Poised to Raise Interest Rates on Future Student Loans

A bipartisan compromise nearly guarantees that rates will rise above current levels in a matter of years. 

Jul 22, 2013 / Zoƫ Carpenter

Despite His Politicized Trial, Aleksei Navalny Is Still a Divisive Figure in Russia

Despite His Politicized Trial, Aleksei Navalny Is Still a Divisive Figure in Russia Despite His Politicized Trial, Aleksei Navalny Is Still a Divisive Figure in Russia

The anti-corruption activist’s mayoral campaign in Moscow is dividing voters, while testing the country’s diminished opposition party.

Jul 22, 2013 / Alec Luhn

Not Just Goldman Sachs: Koch Industries Hoards Commodities as a Trading Strategy

Not Just Goldman Sachs: Koch Industries Hoards Commodities as a Trading Strategy Not Just Goldman Sachs: Koch Industries Hoards Commodities as a Trading Strategy

Goldman Sachs isn’t the only large corporation hoarding commodities for profit.

Jul 22, 2013 / Lee Fang

Cities Really Are Too Big to Fail

Cities Really Are Too Big to Fail Cities Really Are Too Big to Fail

And it's time for Congress to recognize that.

Jul 22, 2013 / John Nichols

Stop Larry Summers Before He Messes Up Again

Stop Larry Summers Before He Messes Up Again Stop Larry Summers Before He Messes Up Again

Who would be most likely to restore public trust in the Fed: the smart guy from the “old boys club” or an experienced woman who is ready to make history?

Jul 20, 2013 / William Greider

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