Politics

Stop the Steal rally

Are We Ready for the Next Trump-Led Coup? Are We Ready for the Next Trump-Led Coup?

A succession of societies in the grip of a traumatic loss of global power have suffered coups, successful or not—and that includes the United States.

Oct 30, 2021 / Alfred McCoy

Status Coup

Status Coup Status Coup

Two points for Merrick. Scenes from our series “The Greater Quiet” for the week of October 25.

Oct 29, 2021 / Steve Brodner

President Joe Biden and Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Blame Manchin and Sinema for the Delay on the Infrastructure Vote Blame Manchin and Sinema for the Delay on the Infrastructure Vote

The Dysfunctional Duo have been gaslighting, not negotiating, on the Build Back Better plan. Progressives were right to demand a vote on the bill, not a “framework.”

Oct 29, 2021 / Joan Walsh

The Window to Act Is Closing Fast

The Window to Act Is Closing Fast The Window to Act Is Closing Fast

What action will the UN climate change conference bring?

Oct 29, 2021 / OppArt / Peter Kuper

Businessman in Handcuffs

It’s Time to End Murder by Spreadsheet It’s Time to End Murder by Spreadsheet

The other side of criminal justice reform is focusing on white-collar prosecutions.

Oct 29, 2021 / Column / Alvin Bragg and Zephyr Teachout

[Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene during a press conference.]

Every House Member Who Aided the January 6 Rioters Must Be Expelled Every House Member Who Aided the January 6 Rioters Must Be Expelled

“It’s inexcusable to wait any longer.”

Oct 29, 2021 / John Nichols

The Supreme Court Wants to Make It Even Harder to Sue Abusive Cops

The Supreme Court Wants to Make It Even Harder to Sue Abusive Cops The Supreme Court Wants to Make It Even Harder to Sue Abusive Cops

Ending qualified immunity is essential to bringing violent police officers to justice, but the nation’s highest court refuses to weaken it.

Oct 29, 2021 / Column / Elie Mystal

Trump Supporters Hold

Who Goes Fascist? A Political Psychologist Explains. Who Goes Fascist? A Political Psychologist Explains.

Kristen Renwick Monroe looks at rescuers, bystanders, and perpetrators to understand why people do unspeakable acts.

Oct 29, 2021 / Q&A / Linda Mannheim

To Build Back Better, Progressives Need to Fight Back Harder

To Build Back Better, Progressives Need to Fight Back Harder To Build Back Better, Progressives Need to Fight Back Harder

Holding out for the best possible package is not merely a morally sound approach. It’s a politically necessary one.

Oct 28, 2021 / John Nichols

Halloween Costumes

Halloween Costumes Halloween Costumes

Tricks and more tricks.

Oct 28, 2021 / OppArt / Ann Telnaes

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