What the Fugitive Slave Act Teaches Us About How States Can Resist Oppressive Federal Power What the Fugitive Slave Act Teaches Us About How States Can Resist Oppressive Federal Power
The actions of attorneys general in California and other states have their antecedents in the fight against that draconian law.
Feb 8, 2017 / Eric Foner
Why We Support Keith Ellison for DNC Chair Why We Support Keith Ellison for DNC Chair
He will address the party’s—and the nation’s—crisis by aligning Democrats more closely with movements for social and economic justice.
Feb 2, 2017 / The Nation
Protests Are Putting Trump on Notice: You’re in for a Fight Protests Are Putting Trump on Notice: You’re in for a Fight
The opposition isn’t going to sit idly by while Trump demonizes immigrants and violates the Constitution.
Feb 1, 2017 / Mark Hertsgaard
The People Are Leading the Politicians in the Fight Against Trump The People Are Leading the Politicians in the Fight Against Trump
Massive anti-Trump protests are helping Democrats find their spine.
Jan 31, 2017 / Joan Walsh
Asking for a Friend: Can a Non-Muslim Woman Wear a Hijab for Fashion? Asking for a Friend: Can a Non-Muslim Woman Wear a Hijab for Fashion?
Plus: Dealing with allies that are bullies.
Jan 31, 2017 / Liza Featherstone
Donald Trump Has No Mandate—Sad! Donald Trump Has No Mandate—Sad!
He pretends to be a strongman to compensate for his weaknesses.
Jan 19, 2017 / John Nichols
As Attorney General, Jeff Sessions Would Be a Threat to Civil Rights As Attorney General, Jeff Sessions Would Be a Threat to Civil Rights
He will be the most dangerous on issues where the Obama administration has been the most successful.
Jan 19, 2017 / Ari Berman
President Trump: So We’re Really Doing This President Trump: So We’re Really Doing This
Wowee.
Jan 19, 2017 / Matt Bors
There’s a Lot More at Stake Than Obamacare Itself There’s a Lot More at Stake Than Obamacare Itself
The “replace” part of whatever plan Trump and Ryan produce will surely attack the fundamental idea of a right to health care.
Jan 18, 2017 / The Nation
Public Transportation Is a Necessity. Why Does New York Price It Like a Luxury? Public Transportation Is a Necessity. Why Does New York Price It Like a Luxury?
It’s time for the city to subsidize MetroCards for low-income New Yorkers.
Jan 6, 2017 / David R. Jones and Nancy Rankin