The Untold History of Freedom The Untold History of Freedom
A new book charts the tension between individual and collective notions of liberty.
Mar 22, 2021 / Books & the Arts / Tyler Stovall
Stephen Miller Watching the TV News Stephen Miller Watching the TV News
Will he notice while watching the nurses and docs Who still fight the pandemic—our heroes, no doubt— Just how many of them have the colors of skin Of the people that he was so keen…
Mar 20, 2021 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Adéu and Bon Viatge to a Brilliant ‘Nation’ Comrade Adéu and Bon Viatge to a Brilliant ‘Nation’ Comrade
Roane Carey, who is leaving The Nation after more than three decades, edited everyone from Edward Said to Margaret Atwood, bringing his signature erudition to each article he touch...
Mar 19, 2021 / Adam Shatz
Celebrate Women’s Month Every Month Celebrate Women’s Month Every Month
The future is feminist.
Mar 19, 2021 / OppArt / Andrea Arroyo
Judas and the Black Messiah’s Stark Binaries Judas and the Black Messiah’s Stark Binaries
A new biopic of Fred Hampton poses a question: Will a film ever capture the radical spirit of the Black Panthers?
Mar 18, 2021 / Books & the Arts / Stephen Kearse
Harlem in the Time of Corona Harlem in the Time of Corona
Honoring Harlem residents: Lillia, the Chavon Daughters, Windell and Margaux, Jason and Jason, and Ilayjah.
Mar 17, 2021 / OppArt / Tau Battice
The Remarkable Influence of Walter LaFeber The Remarkable Influence of Walter LaFeber
The Cornell University diplomatic historian inspired generations of students—including me.
Mar 17, 2021 / Eric Alterman
The History of Freedom Is a History of Whiteness The History of Freedom Is a History of Whiteness
A conversation with Tyler Stovall about his recent book White Freedom and whether or not the legacy of liberty can break away from racial exclusion and domination.
Mar 17, 2021 / Q&A / Daniel Steinmetz-Jenkins