On the West’s Moral Panic Over ‘Multiculturalism’ On the West’s Moral Panic Over ‘Multiculturalism’
In Europe and America, the clothes you wear, the language you speak, the way you worship, have all become grounds for dismissal or inclusion.
Jul 7, 2011 / Gary Younge
Could Murdoch’s ‘News Of the World’ Hacking Scandal Happen in the US? Could Murdoch’s ‘News Of the World’ Hacking Scandal Happen in the US?
Fox News regularly peddles misinformation and openly supports Republican candidates while pretending to be “fair and balanced.” It’s time to start asking some tou...
Jul 7, 2011 / Ilyse Hogue
John Mackey: The Death of a Football and Union Legend John Mackey: The Death of a Football and Union Legend
Baltimore Colts Hall of Fame tight end John Mackey has a legacy that truly transcends his sport.
Jul 7, 2011 / Dave Zirin
The Trials of Julian Assange: A View From Sweden The Trials of Julian Assange: A View From Sweden
The WikiLeaks editor is not only fighting extradition in the sexual assault case. He’s also worried about potential conspiracy charges by a grand jury in Virginia.
Jul 7, 2011 / Tom Hayden
The Risks—and Potential Rewards—of Pre-K ‘Testing’ The Risks—and Potential Rewards—of Pre-K ‘Testing’
The Obama administration wants states to develop assessments for pre-schoolers. Here’s how it would work in the classroom.
Jul 6, 2011 / Dana Goldstein
Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Debate Over Homework Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Debate Over Homework
Are students working too hard? Britney Wilson provides insight on the homework debate.
Jul 6, 2011 / StudentNation / Britney Wilson
Wisconsin Women’s Groups, Elected Leaders Ask Accused Justice to Step Aside During Violence Inquiry Wisconsin Women’s Groups, Elected Leaders Ask Accused Justice to Step Aside During Violence Inquiry
Justice David Prosser, an ally of Governor Walker, has admitted to shouting obscenities at and threatening one Supreme Court Justice. Now, he is accused of physically attacking ano...
Jul 5, 2011 / John Nichols
Judge Jeffrey Sutton, States’ Rights Advocate, Upholds Obamacare Judge Jeffrey Sutton, States’ Rights Advocate, Upholds Obamacare
In the Sixth Circuit, it was a George W. Bush–appointed disciple of Justice Scalia who cast the decisive vote to uphold the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate.
Jul 5, 2011 / David Cole
What Michele Bachmann and Her Teapot ‘Patriots’ Do Not Know About America What Michele Bachmann and Her Teapot ‘Patriots’ Do Not Know About America
The Republican presidential contender needs to learn a lot more about the radicals who made the America revolution -- especially Tom Paine.
Jul 2, 2011 / John Nichols
Medicare’s Still Delivering After 45 Years; The Only Serious Threat to Its Future Is Paul Ryan Medicare’s Still Delivering After 45 Years; The Only Serious Threat to Its Future Is Paul Ryan
Medicare and Medicaid are strong and necessary programs. The only real threat they face comes from House Budget Committee chair Paul Ryan and Republicans who would voucherize ...
Jul 2, 2011 / John Nichols