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Universities Say They Value a Free Press. Student Journalists Tell a Different Story.

Universities Say They Value a Free Press. Student Journalists Tell a Different Story. Universities Say They Value a Free Press. Student Journalists Tell a Different Story.

The student press is facing a growing wave of censorship and institutional obstruction

Jul 30, 2026 / StudentNation / Ella Carter-Klauschie

Demonstrators stage a protest to thank countries that recognize the State of Palestine and to demand an end to Israeli attacks on Gaza in Ramallah, West Bank, on September 23, 2025.

Who’s Allowed Self-Determination? With Brad Simpson Who’s Allowed Self-Determination? With Brad Simpson

Brad Simpson joins Danny and Derek to explore the history of self-determination, from decolonization and the Cold War to its enduring significance for conflicts today.

Jul 29, 2026 / Podcast / Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison

Trump’s Costly Vanity Projects

Trump’s Costly Vanity Projects Trump’s Costly Vanity Projects

Reflecting on taxpayers’ stolen money.

Jul 29, 2026 / OppArt / Leonard Stokes

Grigory Yavlinsky of Russia's Yabloko Party takes part in a march to commemorate the death anniversary of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, in February, 2019, in Moscow.

“We Must Avert Nuclear Armageddon” “We Must Avert Nuclear Armageddon”

An interview with Grigory Yavlinsky.

Jul 29, 2026 / Nadezhda Azhgikhina

The ultra-traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X kept poking the bear.

What Pope Leo Can Teach Liberals About Power What Pope Leo Can Teach Liberals About Power

The pontiff just excommunicated a reactionary splinter group committed to undermining the church. Democratic leaders could learn something.

Jul 29, 2026 / Felipe de la Hoz

Election Protection for the Midterms, Plus “The Odyssey” for Filmgoers

Election Protection for the Midterms, Plus “The Odyssey” for Filmgoers Election Protection for the Midterms, Plus “The Odyssey” for Filmgoers

Skye Perryman of Democracy Forward talks about free and fair elections, and John Powers of Fresh Air discusses the new Christopher Nolan film.

Jul 29, 2026 / Podcast / Jon Wiener

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is shown the driver's area on a FirstGroup bus at the bus station during a visit to Bath, England, Wednesday July 22, 2026.

Andy Burnham Is Not to Be Trusted Andy Burnham Is Not to Be Trusted

The UK’s new prime minister has promised sweeping change. But his first week in power saw him going down the same failed paths as his predecessors.

Jul 28, 2026 / Evan Robins

Troy Jackson, Democratic US Senate candidate for Maine, speaks during the Maine Democratic Party special state convention in Bangor, Maine, on July 25, 2026.

The Logger Who Could Unseat Susan Collins The Logger Who Could Unseat Susan Collins

How Troy Jackson rose from wildcat striker to Democratic Senate nominee.

Jul 28, 2026 / Kyle Paoletta

Slop Henge

Slop Henge Slop Henge

Current hypothesis.

Jul 28, 2026 / OppArt / Jen Sorensen

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plays goalkeeper in Central Park on June 8, 2026. During the World Cup, the city secured 1,000 affordable tickets for residents and kept soccer pitches open and illuminated overnight.

Zohran Mamdani and the Politics of Joy Zohran Mamdani and the Politics of Joy

And it’s backed up by actions and initiatives that seem designed to genuinely foster a joyful city.

Jul 28, 2026 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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