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Greg Kaufmann: It’s Time We Pay Attention to Poverty Greg Kaufmann: It’s Time We Pay Attention to Poverty

Why are politicians and the media ignoring the struggle of 15 percent of Americans? 

Nov 1, 2012 / Press Room

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Election A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Election

Due to the media's horserace coverage of the presidential election, most of what the polls capture is merely noise rather than real signals of changes in voter attitudes.

Nov 1, 2012 / Eric Alterman

How Romney Would Worsen Unemployment Among the Disabled How Romney Would Worsen Unemployment Among the Disabled

Repealing Obamacare would make it impossible for many people with disabilities to join the workforce. 

Nov 1, 2012 / Ben Adler

Controversy Over Charter Schools Lands on State Ballots Controversy Over Charter Schools Lands on State Ballots

If pro-charter proposals in Washington State or Georgia pass this November, that will mark the first time charter schools have won at the ballot box.

Nov 1, 2012 / Elizabeth Whitman

Momentum Builds in the Fight Against Stop-and-Frisk

Momentum Builds in the Fight Against Stop-and-Frisk Momentum Builds in the Fight Against Stop-and-Frisk

Nearly every single community member speaking at recent hearing on stop-and-frisk opposed the NYPD’s controversial policy.

Oct 31, 2012 / Christie Thompson

At Guantánamo, the Government Is Still Making Up the Law as It Goes Along

At Guantánamo, the Government Is Still Making Up the Law as It Goes Along At Guantánamo, the Government Is Still Making Up the Law as It Goes Along

Regardless of who wins on November 6, there are no signs that either Romney or Obama will act to dismantle the lawless military commissions created after 9/11.

Oct 31, 2012 / John Knefel

The Journeys of Fred Halliday The Journeys of Fred Halliday

On socialism or the Middle East, Fred Halliday’s intellectual flexibility was one of his greatest strengths.

Oct 30, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Susie Linfield

Romney Opposed Gay Rights in Massachusetts Romney Opposed Gay Rights in Massachusetts

As governor, Romney worked against gay adoption and anti-bullying efforts. 

Oct 29, 2012 / Ben Adler

James Harden, the NBA and the Myth of Small Markets James Harden, the NBA and the Myth of Small Markets

Beneath the surface of a shocking NBA trade lies a corporate philosophy that puts fans last.

Oct 29, 2012 / Dave Zirin

The Liberal and Digital Battle Over Change The Liberal and Digital Battle Over Change

There are unusual battle lines in a major progressive dispute over the future of the powerhouse website Change.org.

Oct 29, 2012 / Ari Melber

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