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Jeffrey Epstein and Steve Bannon, in a photo released by House Democrats.

Why Epstein’s Links to the CIA Are So Important Why Epstein’s Links to the CIA Are So Important

We won’t know the full truth about his crimes until the extent of his ties to US intelligence are clear.

Dec 19, 2025 / Column / Jeet Heer

Gerrymandering

A Happy Decision for Trump A Happy Decision for Trump

Dec 16, 2025 / Column / Calvin Trillin

US President Donald Trump and John Roberts, chief justice of the US Supreme Court, shake hands during the 60th presidential inauguration on January 20, 2025.

The Supreme Court’s Shadowy Plan to Subvert Democracy The Supreme Court’s Shadowy Plan to Subvert Democracy

In making frequent, ill use of the “shadow docket,” the high court is not just handing Trump policy victories. It’s upending the rule of law.

Dec 16, 2025 / Column / Elie Mystal

Sinclair Lewis aboard the SS American Farmer on its arrival in New York.

The 1935 Novel That Predicted Trump’s Second Term The 1935 Novel That Predicted Trump’s Second Term

Sinclair Lewis imagined an American version of the rise of fascism in Europe. His predictions didn’t come true then, but seem eerily familiar now.

Nov 20, 2025 / Column / Chris Lehmann

President Donald Trump delivers remarks in the Oval Office at the White House on November 6, 2025, in Washington, DC.

Trump’s Trashing of Liberty and Human Worth Trump’s Trashing of Liberty and Human Worth

The Republican Party has deliberately attempted to render healthcare unaffordable and deprive families of the ability to put food on the table.

Nov 14, 2025 / Column / Sasha Abramsky

Thousands of demonstrators march during the “We Are All DC” March in September 2025 in Washington, DC.

The Occupation of Washington, DC, Reflects the Failures of Our Democracy The Occupation of Washington, DC, Reflects the Failures of Our Democracy

After fumbling the cause of DC statehood, Democrats now appear helpless as Trump sends troops into the city.

Nov 13, 2025 / Column / David Klion

An excavator works to clear rubble after the East Wing of the White House was demolished. The demolition is part of President Donald Trump’s plan to build a ballroom on the eastern side of the White House.

The New Ballroom The New Ballroom

Nov 11, 2025 / Column / Calvin Trillin

This Winter, Give the Gift of Hope

This Winter, Give the Gift of Hope This Winter, Give the Gift of Hope

The state of the world has been looking dark. Helping our fellow human beings is one way to add some light.

Nov 11, 2025 / Column / Katha Pollitt

Mikie Sherrill, the Democratic governor-elect of New Jersey, takes a photo with attendees on election night in East Brunswick, New Jersey, on November 4, 2025.

Voters Reject the Cruelty, Chaos, and Corruption of Trumpism Voters Reject the Cruelty, Chaos, and Corruption of Trumpism

There were no bright spots for the GOP this election. Across the country, Democrats running on inclusionary, economically ambitious, pro-immigrant policies won.

Nov 7, 2025 / Column / Sasha Abramsky

President Donald Trump at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Trump announced he would host the Kennedy Center Honors this year.

Trump Knows That Political Power Is Not Enough Trump Knows That Political Power Is Not Enough

He’s abusing his office to force cultural institutions to bend the knee, too—to let MAGA install its version of our American story at museums, universities, and media companies.

Nov 4, 2025 / Column / Kali Holloway

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