Can Charles Mills Save Liberal Philosophy From Itself? Can Charles Mills Save Liberal Philosophy From Itself?
In his new book, the philosopher argues that political theory has obscured the history of racism in liberal societies.
Jul 18, 2018 / Books & the Arts / Christopher Lebron
The Problems of Liberalism: A Q&A With Patrick Deneen The Problems of Liberalism: A Q&A With Patrick Deneen
An effort to determine whether common ground can, or should, be found between factions of the left and right against liberalism.
May 28, 2018 / Q&A / Joseph Hogan
The ‘People’s Pulitzers’ Salute Those Who Give Voice to the Powerless The ‘People’s Pulitzers’ Salute Those Who Give Voice to the Powerless
The remarkable work of this year’s Hillman Prize winners is a timely reminder of the indispensable role of the free press in sustaining a democracy.
May 1, 2018 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The Missed Opportunity of the Kerner Report The Missed Opportunity of the Kerner Report
A new history recovers the forgotten legacy and radical implications of the Kerner Commission.
Apr 5, 2018 / Books & the Arts / William P. Jones
Don’t Play It for Laughs: A Q&A With Armando Iannucci Don’t Play It for Laughs: A Q&A With Armando Iannucci
The filmmaker on his latest film The Death of Stalin, his own politics, and how satirists ought to respond to President Trump.
Mar 29, 2018 / Editorial / Joseph Hogan
What Can Democrats Learn From Robert F. Kennedy’s Presidential Campaign? What Can Democrats Learn From Robert F. Kennedy’s Presidential Campaign?
Liberals need to find a way to appeal to white working-class voters without betraying their principles.
Mar 28, 2018 / Column / Eric Alterman
The Left Helped Jones Defeat Moore. It Could Help More Democrats in 2018. The Left Helped Jones Defeat Moore. It Could Help More Democrats in 2018.
The Democrats must work harder to build grassroots infrastructure and offer voters a bolder vision proudly based on progressive values.
Dec 19, 2017 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
What Revolution? What Revolution?
Enzo Traverso’s new book offers us a guide to the left that the 20th century left behind.
Nov 30, 2017 / Books & the Arts / J. Hoberman
The Other Foucault The Other Foucault
What led the French theorist of madness and sexuality to politics?
Nov 2, 2017 / Books & the Arts / Bruce Robbins
Owen Fiss and the Liberal Legal Tradition Owen Fiss and the Liberal Legal Tradition
The legal theorist’s case for how the Constitution can be a vehicle for civil rights and social justice.
Oct 26, 2017 / Books & the Arts / David Cole