Karen Houppert

Karen Houppert is a Baltimore-based freelance journalist. Her book on indigent defense will be published by the New Press in March 2013 to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of Gideon v. Wainwright.

Peace Activists in the War Room Peace Activists in the War Room

A report from the antiwar movement's St. Louis summit.

Feb 25, 2005 / Feature / Karen Houppert

Against the War but Married to It Against the War but Married to It

Opposition to the war among military families is bubbling beneath the surface.

Oct 23, 2003 / Feature / Karen Houppert

Wanted: A Few Good Girls Wanted: A Few Good Girls

Right-wing foundation seeks eligible young women for meaningful, long-term relationship.

Nov 7, 2002 / Feature / Karen Houppert

For Her Own Good For Her Own Good

With the "family cap," the state says to welfare moms: no more babies!

Jan 17, 2002 / Feature / Karen Houppert

You’re Not Entitled! You’re Not Entitled!

According to the 1996 welfare law, Gail Aska was a model recipient.

Oct 7, 1999 / Feature / Karen Houppert

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