Countering ‘Citizens United’ With a Dose of Zephyr Teachout Countering ‘Citizens United’ With a Dose of Zephyr Teachout
One of the country’s most ardent anti-corruption activists is thinking of running for Congress.
Jan 21, 2016 / John Nichols
Cruz and Trump Neck and Neck in Iowa Cruz and Trump Neck and Neck in Iowa
To colleagues, one’s a nasty piece of work. His rival is, to quote Jeb Bush, a jerk. A party rarely sees its two top leaders As simply different kinds of bottom-feeders.
Jan 21, 2016 / Column / Calvin Trillin
The Young Activists Who Remade the Democratic Party’s Immigration Politics The Young Activists Who Remade the Democratic Party’s Immigration Politics
In 2012, DREAMers were once cajoling Democrats to be more creative and aggressive. In 2016, they’re leaders in both Bernie and Hillary’s campaigns.
Jan 21, 2016 / Feature / Julianne Hing
The Stage Is Set for the Final Immigration Battle of the Obama Era The Stage Is Set for the Final Immigration Battle of the Obama Era
The Supreme Court’s ruling will either shut down debate over immigration reform for the foreseeable future—or offer a new president the chance to act boldly.
Jan 20, 2016 / Julianne Hing
Did Sarah Palin Just Win Iowa for Donald Trump? Did Sarah Palin Just Win Iowa for Donald Trump?
Most Americans disregard the former Alaska governor, but Iowa evangelicals take her quite seriously.
Jan 19, 2016 / John Nichols
The US-Iran Prisoner Swap Proves Diplomacy Works The US-Iran Prisoner Swap Proves Diplomacy Works
But we must not take the survival of the nuclear deal for granted, because it still has many powerful opponents.
Jan 19, 2016 / Phyllis Bennis
The Poisoning of Flint The Poisoning of Flint
Decades of catastrophic austerity policies and ruinous government fealty to corporate interests are jeopardizing the people of Michigan—and the rest of the country.
Jan 19, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
Outcry Over the Austerity Crisis in Flint Grows Outcry Over the Austerity Crisis in Flint Grows
Details of how Flint’s water was contaminated, and of how pleas for help were neglected, are leading to calls for inquiries, arrest, resignation.
Jan 18, 2016 / John Nichols
Bernie Sanders Set the Tone in the South Carolina Democratic Debate Bernie Sanders Set the Tone in the South Carolina Democratic Debate
Clinton remains a formidable candidate, but at times it was possible to forget she was even on stage.
Jan 18, 2016 / D.D. Guttenplan
Trump Gets a Debate Bounce From New Yorkers’ 9/11 Courage, but He Ignored First Responders When They Needed Him Trump Gets a Debate Bounce From New Yorkers’ 9/11 Courage, but He Ignored First Responders When They Needed Him
“When the health of 9/11 first responders was on the line, Trump was silent.”
Jan 15, 2016 / Leslie Savan