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Ketanji Brown Jackson

Ketanji Brown Jackson Is Redefining What It Means to Be a Liberal Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Is Redefining What It Means to Be a Liberal Justice

During her short time on the Supreme Court, Jackson has articulated a skepticism toward judicial power that feels particularly urgent in a post-Roe world.

Aug 5, 2024 / Feature / Elie Mystal

Jon Tester

The Fate of the Senate Depends on Jon Tester The Fate of the Senate Depends on Jon Tester

Senator Jon Tester is the last Democrat holding statewide office in Montana. Can he save his seat and help keep the Senate blue?

Jul 30, 2024 / Feature / Gabriel Furshong

The Rolling Stones Haven’t Missed a Beat

The Rolling Stones Haven’t Missed a Beat The Rolling Stones Haven’t Missed a Beat

The world's greatest rock and roll band is on the road again. This time, they’ve got a new drummer.

Jul 26, 2024 / Feature / Ethan Iverson

Kamala Harris Steps Up

Kamala Harris Steps Up Kamala Harris Steps Up

The future of American democracy now rests on the vice president’s shoulders. That’s why it’s more important than ever to understand who she is.

Jul 24, 2024 / Feature / Joan Walsh

How Microfinance Became the ‘It’ Development Program

How Microfinance Became the ‘It’ Development Program How Microfinance Became the ‘It’ Development Program

Microfinance has been touted as a miracle cure for poverty in the global south. The reality has been a lot messier.

Jul 15, 2024 / Feature / Mara Kardas-Nelson

These Corporations Are the  True “Winners” of the War on Gaza

These Corporations Are the True “Winners” of the War on Gaza These Corporations Are the True “Winners” of the War on Gaza

From Colt to Caterpillar, American companies are earning big profits off of Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza, turning the horrors of war into boardroom victories.

Jul 9, 2024 / Feature / Spencer Ackerman

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Sara Duterte celebrate during their inauguration ceremony on June 30, 2022, in Manila.

The Political Divorce Rocking the Philippines The Political Divorce Rocking the Philippines

The feud between the Dutertes and the Marcoses could have dire consequences for the cold war between China and the United States.

Jul 3, 2024 / Feature / Walden Bello

Will Arizona Be MAGA’s Last Stand?

Will Arizona Be MAGA’s Last Stand? Will Arizona Be MAGA’s Last Stand?

Trump needs the state’s votes to win. But after its highest court revived an 1864 law that bans abortions, all bets are off.

Jul 2, 2024 / Feature / Sasha Abramsky

Why

Why "Fund Students, Not Systems" Is a Recipe for Disaster Why "Fund Students, Not Systems" Is a Recipe for Disaster

When the "Race to the Top" becomes winner take all, students are the big losers. And as the stakes grow higher and higher, public education falls further behind.

Jun 18, 2024 / Feature / Jennifer C. Berkshire and Jack Schneider

Can the “OG Organizer” Keep Biden in the White House?

Can the “OG Organizer” Keep Biden in the White House? Can the “OG Organizer” Keep Biden in the White House?

A veteran of every major social movement of the past 50 years, Heather Booth is now trying to reelect Joe Biden. She’s in the fight of her life.

Jun 10, 2024 / Feature / Joan Walsh

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