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The Sham Lawsuit That Could Eviscerate Obamacare

The Sham Lawsuit That Could Eviscerate Obamacare The Sham Lawsuit That Could Eviscerate Obamacare

The lack of structural integrity in the case before the Supreme Court, along with its bleak implications, has become even more obvious in the past week.

Feb 5, 2015 / Zoë Carpenter

This Is How Black Girls End Up in the School-To-Prison Pipeline

This Is How Black Girls End Up in the School-To-Prison Pipeline This Is How Black Girls End Up in the School-To-Prison Pipeline

Harsh discipline is said to put black boys at risk, but black girls are suspended six times more than white girls. A new report asks why.

Feb 5, 2015 / Dani McClain

If You’re Afraid of ‘Lone Wolf’ Terrorism, You’re Missing the Point

If You’re Afraid of ‘Lone Wolf’ Terrorism, You’re Missing the Point If You’re Afraid of ‘Lone Wolf’ Terrorism, You’re Missing the Point

There’s only one problem with the rising crescendo of alarm about lone wolves: most of it simply isn’t true.

Feb 5, 2015 / Matthew Harwood

We’ve Almost Won the Fight for Net Neutrality

We’ve Almost Won the Fight for Net Neutrality We’ve Almost Won the Fight for Net Neutrality

FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler has said that he’ll support real net neutrality. Make sure that Congress doesn’t get in the way.

Feb 4, 2015 / NationAction

Scott Walker Objects to ‘the Search for Truth’

Scott Walker Objects to ‘the Search for Truth’ Scott Walker Objects to ‘the Search for Truth’

Forget about the Republican “war on science,” this presidential contender’s got a problem with universities focusing on public service and veracity.

Feb 4, 2015 / John Nichols

Defense Secretary Nominee Offers Promises, but No Plan, to Tackle Sexual Assault in the Military

Defense Secretary Nominee Offers Promises, but No Plan, to Tackle Sexual Assault in the Military Defense Secretary Nominee Offers Promises, but No Plan, to Tackle Sexual Assault in the Military

Ashton Carter offered the Senate Armed Services Committee few specifics on how his pledge would lead to success when so many others have failed.

Feb 4, 2015 / Zoë Carpenter

Why Did It Take 10 Years to Publish the Diary of a Guantánamo Detainee?

Why Did It Take 10 Years to Publish the Diary of a Guantánamo Detainee? Why Did It Take 10 Years to Publish the Diary of a Guantánamo Detainee?

An interview with Mohamedou Ould Slahi’s attorney and his editor.

Feb 4, 2015 / Jon Wiener

This Unnoticed Part of Obama’s Childcare Initiative Is a Big Deal

This Unnoticed Part of Obama’s Childcare Initiative Is a Big Deal This Unnoticed Part of Obama’s Childcare Initiative Is a Big Deal

Obama’s proposal to fund home visiting services is a laudable step toward serving the comprehensive needs of parents, whether they are working or not.

Feb 4, 2015 / Michelle Chen

Following Up on the Conspiracy Theory Surrounding the Super Bowl’s Final Moments

Following Up on the Conspiracy Theory Surrounding the Super Bowl’s Final Moments Following Up on the Conspiracy Theory Surrounding the Super Bowl’s Final Moments

Decisions are often made in sports out of sentiment. Boston fans should know that as well as anyone.

Feb 4, 2015 / Dave Zirin

Pope Francis Declares Oscar Romero a Martyr for the Faith—but Whose Faith?

Pope Francis Declares Oscar Romero a Martyr for the Faith—but Whose Faith? Pope Francis Declares Oscar Romero a Martyr for the Faith—but Whose Faith?

Many conservative Christians opposed the bishop’s work on behalf of the poor.

Feb 4, 2015 / Greg Grandin

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