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The Death of an AI Whistleblower

The Death of an AI Whistleblower The Death of an AI Whistleblower

Suchir Balaji sought to expose OpenAI’s data abuses. Did it come at the expense of his own life?

Apr 13, 2026 / Feature / Jacob Silverman

The Last Cheap Ride

The Last Cheap Ride The Last Cheap Ride

The collapse of intercity bus service isn’t an accident of the market. It’s the result of treating transportation as a privilege.

Apr 13, 2026 / Zachary Shell

Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press conference at the New York Police Department headquarters on April 2, 2026.

Zohran Mamdani Is Wavering on One of His Most Important Campaign Promises Zohran Mamdani Is Wavering on One of His Most Important Campaign Promises

The mayor’s proposed Department of Community Safety could radically challenge police power and advance a socialist vision of security. So why is he retreating from it?

Apr 13, 2026 / Eric Reinhart

President Donald Trump pauses as he finishes speaking about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

The Party of Chaos—With Paul Heideman The Party of Chaos—With Paul Heideman

Danny and Derek welcome writer Paul Heideman to talk about the shift of the Republican Party from the party of business interests to a fragmented, personality-driven coalition

Apr 13, 2026 / Podcast / Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison

Oil infrastructure in Abbeville, Louisiana, on March 27, 2026.

Judges Overseeing Landmark Oil Cases Have Financial Stakes in Oil Companies Judges Overseeing Landmark Oil Cases Have Financial Stakes in Oil Companies

A dozen federal judges are hearing hugely significant cases against oil companies in Louisiana—while having direct connections to some of those same companies.

Apr 13, 2026 / Garrett Hazelwood

A state ambulance leaves the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital.

The Deadly Labyrinth of Nigerian Healthcare The Deadly Labyrinth of Nigerian Healthcare

My mother miraculously survived a series of health scares—but she barely survived our country’s hospitals.

Apr 11, 2026 / Gazelle Mba

Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future?

Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future? Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future?

In this week’s Elie v. US, Elie opines on the meaning of the Wisconsin Supreme court election. Plus: should you be able to claim your dog as a dependent on your tax returns?

Apr 10, 2026 / Elie Mystal

The Quote of the Week

The Quote of the Week The Quote of the Week

Meet the Neandertrumps.

Apr 10, 2026 / Steve Brodner

Wisconsin State Supreme Court Justice-elect Chris Taylor takes a picture with constituents after speaking on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Madison, Wis.

Just How Big Could Democrats Win In 2026? Just How Big Could Democrats Win In 2026?

The results from an important race in Wisconsin this week suggest the Republicans could be in very big trouble.

Apr 10, 2026 / John Nichols

Dolores Huerta, a Lifetime of Leadership

Dolores Huerta, a Lifetime of Leadership Dolores Huerta, a Lifetime of Leadership

April 10, 2026 marks the 96th birthday of the American labor leader and feminist activist.

Apr 10, 2026 / OppArt / Sylvia Hernández

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