‘God What a Simonizing Job…’ ‘God What a Simonizing Job…’
The latest Alter-review from Eric, while Reed points out the long term costs of Super Pacs.
Mar 23, 2012 / Eric Alterman
The Post-Racial Delusion The Post-Racial Delusion
The shooting of Trayvon Martin reminds us that the post-racial future was never really a possibility.
Mar 23, 2012 / Jamelle Bouie
Marco Rubio Stands His Ground for Deadly ‘Stand Your Ground’ Laws Marco Rubio Stands His Ground for Deadly ‘Stand Your Ground’ Laws
The possible 2012 VP candidate voted for the law critics say provided the “license to kill” for the neighborhood watchman who shot Trayvon Martin.
Mar 23, 2012 / John Nichols
This Week in Poverty: Paul Ryan’s Focus on Dignity This Week in Poverty: Paul Ryan’s Focus on Dignity
The congressman’s moral rhetoric doesn't square with his cruel budget.
Mar 23, 2012 / Greg Kaufmann
Wall Street’s Killer Day on Capitol Hill Wall Street’s Killer Day on Capitol Hill
Congress passed two major bills yesterday—and they have a disturbing common denominator.
Mar 22, 2012 / George Zornick
Democracy Class Democracy Class
Rock the Vote’s Democracy Class could help ensure that young people learn their history, register to vote and make their electoral voice heard as soon as they are eligible.
Mar 22, 2012 / Peter Rothberg
Why We Need More Sarah Palins and Herman Cains Why We Need More Sarah Palins and Herman Cains
Electing more African-Americans and women to office will eventually mean more conservatives from both groups.
Mar 22, 2012 / Bryce Covert
Voters Have Two Candidates, No Choice Voters Have Two Candidates, No Choice
With Mitt Romney’s Super-PAC limo now on cruise control to victory at the GOP convention, voters are left with only two reasons to vote against Barack Obama.
Mar 22, 2012 / Robert Scheer
How ALEC Took Florida’s ‘License to Kill’ Law National How ALEC Took Florida’s ‘License to Kill’ Law National
The American Legislative Exchange Council made Florida's law into “model legislation.” The killing of Trayvon Martin reveals just how bad that model is.
Mar 22, 2012 / John Nichols
Can Americans Trust Government Again? Can Americans Trust Government Again?
As the 2012 elections approach, renewed faith will be critical to combating Republicans’ slash-and-burn rhetoric.
Mar 21, 2012 / Feature / Jeff Madrick