Politics

The Burden of Racism Is Written in Stone

The Burden of Racism Is Written in Stone The Burden of Racism Is Written in Stone

Andre Henry created and carried this 100 pound emblem. Photo by Jonathan Timothy Stoner.

Aug 5, 2020 / OppArt / Andre Henry

Will Climate Break Through in Big Media’s Elections Coverage?

Will Climate Break Through in Big Media’s Elections Coverage? Will Climate Break Through in Big Media’s Elections Coverage?

Journalists at CBS, NBC, CNN, Time, and The Guardian are trying—but journalism as a whole needs to do better.

Aug 5, 2020 / Mark Hertsgaard

Time for Some #WearADamnMask Politics

Time for Some #WearADamnMask Politics Time for Some #WearADamnMask Politics

The only sane response to Republican insanity is for Democrats to promote an in-your-face—and on-your-face—public health agenda in 2020.

Aug 5, 2020 / John Nichols

A delegate wearing Democratic Party sunglasses and an American flag suit waves an American flag.

The Democratic Party Is Setting the Stage for a Letdown The Democratic Party Is Setting the Stage for a Letdown

Taking the convention online shouldn’t mean leaving delegates in the dark.

Aug 5, 2020 / James Zogby

As Covid Slams Us, Elders Want Solidarity, Not Sentiment—or Blame

As Covid Slams Us, Elders Want Solidarity, Not Sentiment—or Blame As Covid Slams Us, Elders Want Solidarity, Not Sentiment—or Blame

No generation has a monopoly on justice, or responsibility.

Aug 5, 2020 / Judith Levine

America Is Headed for an Unprecedented Wave of Evictions

America Is Headed for an Unprecedented Wave of Evictions America Is Headed for an Unprecedented Wave of Evictions

The disappearance of renter protections imposed in the wake of the pandemic will almost certainly lead to the worst housing crisis in a generation.

Aug 5, 2020 / Bryce Covert

The President’s Damned Lies Are Killing Us

The President’s Damned Lies Are Killing Us The President’s Damned Lies Are Killing Us

The president’s not an idiot. He is a liar. The question is: How many more coronavirus deaths will his lies cause between now and Election Day?

Aug 4, 2020 / John Nichols

Biden’s Running Mate Matters. So Does His Cabinet.

Biden’s Running Mate Matters. So Does His Cabinet. Biden’s Running Mate Matters. So Does His Cabinet.

His choices provide a chance to reimagine the leadership we need.

Aug 4, 2020 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

NK Jemisin

N.K. Jemisin Wrote a Sci-Fi Ode to New York City—Then It Became Reality N.K. Jemisin Wrote a Sci-Fi Ode to New York City—Then It Became Reality

We talked to the award-winning writer about The City We Became, her latest groundbreaking, world-quaking book, and why it feels so prescient.

Aug 4, 2020 / Q&A / Jessica Suriano

Trump with hands outstretched

Not All Presidential Liars Are Created Equal Not All Presidential Liars Are Created Equal

What are the dangers of allowing Trump to dominate US political culture?

Aug 4, 2020 / Eric Alterman

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