When Confronting the Coronavirus, Federalism Is Part of the Problem When Confronting the Coronavirus, Federalism Is Part of the Problem
That some cities and states have stepped up to fill the gap left by Trump’s catastrophic failure is a matter of luck, not design.
Apr 1, 2020 / Richard Kreitner
What the Pandemic Looks Like in Rural New York What the Pandemic Looks Like in Rural New York
“Travel into Greene County from any area at this time is inadvisable and is highly discouraged,” the legislature said.
Apr 1, 2020 / Karen Rothmyer
The Risks of Being A Woman During the Pandemic The Risks of Being A Woman During the Pandemic
As our patriarchal world sits still, the stress, sexism, and violence women face within the home is ramping up.
Apr 1, 2020 / Rebecca Gordon
Covid-19: Cuba Deserves Relief From US Sanctions Covid-19: Cuba Deserves Relief From US Sanctions
Humanitarian deterrence of the virus, not Cold War–era regime change, should be the top priority of US foreign policy.
Mar 31, 2020 / Peter Kornbluh
Free Comrade Britney! Free Comrade Britney!
Britney Spears called for the redistribution of wealth—but she’s not even allowed to give away her own money.
Mar 31, 2020 / Sara Luterman
Slapping Travel Bans on New Yorkers Is Bad Law—and Bad Policy Slapping Travel Bans on New Yorkers Is Bad Law—and Bad Policy
From Florida to Rhode Island, governors are targeting New Yorkers for special restrictions—and easy scapegoating.
Mar 31, 2020 / Elie Mystal
On the Need for Dissent and Debate in These Urgent Times On the Need for Dissent and Debate in These Urgent Times
Congress has to figure out how to debate and vote remotely. We can’t accept government by “unanimous consent.”
Mar 31, 2020 / John Nichols
Take Action Now: Fight for Justice During the Pandemic Take Action Now: Fight for Justice During the Pandemic
Defend workers, fight for immigrant families, and support your neighbors.
Mar 31, 2020 / NationAction
Mixed Message Mixed Message
Trump’s contradictions of experts create confusion. —News reports Not finding White House briefings edifying, Some citizens are simply not complying With steps to keep a lot…
Mar 31, 2020 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Letters From the April 13, 2020, Issue Letters From the April 13, 2020, Issue
Making the case…
Mar 31, 2020 / Our Readers