Greta Thunberg Is “Open” to Meeting Biden at the UN Climate Summit Greta Thunberg Is “Open” to Meeting Biden at the UN Climate Summit
In the lead-up to COP26, the Swedish activist talked about Biden’s climate plan, the media’s responsibility, and what gives her hope.
Oct 12, 2021 / Covering Climate Now / Mark Hertsgaard
A September to Remember A September to Remember
Embroidering recent history.
Oct 12, 2021 / OppArt / India Tresselt
The Long Shadow of Anita Hill’s Testimony The Long Shadow of Anita Hill’s Testimony
Three decades after Anita Hill brought sexual harassment allegations against Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas, Black women are still waiting for justice.
Oct 11, 2021 / 2021 Year in Review / Michele Goodwin
“They Are Throwing New Yorkers Into Cages on Rikers Island in Our Name!” “They Are Throwing New Yorkers Into Cages on Rikers Island in Our Name!”
In a rare move, a group of elected officials has begun showing up in courtrooms to bear witness to the banal cruelty that keep Rikers going.
Oct 11, 2021 / Jocelyn Simonson
Biden Needs to Do More Than Sound the Alarm on Climate Biden Needs to Do More Than Sound the Alarm on Climate
A weeklong mobilization of climate activists called The People vs. Fossil Fuels aims to put the White House’s climate record to the test—right outside the White House.
Oct 11, 2021 / Wenonah Hauter
Crisis in the National Women’s Soccer League: A Story of Predation and Power Crisis in the National Women’s Soccer League: A Story of Predation and Power
The systemic failure of the NWSL would have remained hidden if not for the courage of Mana Shim and Sinead Farrelly and the solidarity of the league’s players.
Oct 8, 2021 / Dave Zirin
Lost Horizons Lost Horizons
Wilting garlands. Scenes from our series “The Greater Quiet” for the week of October 4.
Oct 8, 2021 / The Greater Quiet / Steve Brodner
Extinction Rebellion Extinction Rebellion
Marching the streets against marching off a cliff.
Oct 8, 2021 / OppArt / Seth Tobocman and Tamara Wyndham
How to Take Over a Political Party How to Take Over a Political Party
Daniel Schlozman argues that by becoming “anchor groups,” movements can secure lasting influence. But is entry into a mainstream political party worth the price of admission?
Oct 8, 2021 / Q&A / Mark Engler and Paul Engler