Congress Is Sticking Students With the Check Congress Is Sticking Students With the Check
The recent debt agreement will abolish the pandemic-era pause on student debt repayments—hitting the youngest generation of voters the hardest.
Jun 6, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
“This Ain’t No Disco,” Broadway Tells David Byrne “This Ain’t No Disco,” Broadway Tells David Byrne
The former Talking Heads front man is battling the local musicians' union over a production that relies on prerecorded music.
Jun 2, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
Democrats Settled for a Raw Deal Democrats Settled for a Raw Deal
Biden’s concession to the House Freedom Caucus on the debt ceiling is nothing to celebrate.
May 31, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
Ron DeSantis Is Flaunting His Résumé—Does Anyone Care? Ron DeSantis Is Flaunting His Résumé—Does Anyone Care?
The Florida governor, who recently announced his bid for the presidency, is eager to prove his credentials. But GOP primary voters aren't interested.
May 30, 2023 / Editorial / Chris Lehmann
Fox’s Lies Are the Folklore of Racial Capitalism Fox’s Lies Are the Folklore of Racial Capitalism
Despite its $787.5 million settlement over 2020 election fabrications, the cable news channel continues its racist fabulizing.
May 26, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
The Next Debt Ceiling Showdown The Next Debt Ceiling Showdown
Even after two Obama-era clashes over spending limits, Democrats are still looking for a "grand bargain."
May 19, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
“America’s Mayor” Is a Certified Creep “America’s Mayor” Is a Certified Creep
In the latest installment of a decades-long fall from grace, Rudy Giuliani faces a lawsuit from a former employee alleging sexual harassment and assault.
May 17, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
Marianne Williamson: From Third Way to Third Eye Marianne Williamson: From Third Way to Third Eye
The spiritual author’s idiosyncratic presidential campaign emphasizes the “unseen” America overlooked by the major political parties.
May 15, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
The Phony Solidarity of the American Pundit Class The Phony Solidarity of the American Pundit Class
A certain brand of commentator wants to claim that Jordan Neely's death was the blameless outcome of a climate of fear among working-class commuters.
May 9, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
The RNC’s Embarrassing AI-Generated Attack Ad The RNC’s Embarrassing AI-Generated Attack Ad
In response to President Biden’s announcement that he would seek reelection, both the Republican National Committee and Donald Trump have shown signs of desperation.
May 5, 2023 / Chris Lehmann