Society

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? 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 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 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 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

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