Politics

Hillary Clinton Joins GOP 2016 Hopefuls in Bashing President Obama

Hillary Clinton Joins GOP 2016 Hopefuls in Bashing President Obama Hillary Clinton Joins GOP 2016 Hopefuls in Bashing President Obama

Snow White and the Seven GOP Dwarfs has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it, when thinking about 2016?

Aug 4, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Why Waiting Your Turn in Line Doesn’t Make Sense for Desperate Immigrant Families

Why Waiting Your Turn in Line Doesn’t Make Sense for Desperate Immigrant Families Why Waiting Your Turn in Line Doesn’t Make Sense for Desperate Immigrant Families

This magical, invisible line encapsulates an enduring myth of immigration policy—the idea that if you play by the rules and make an honest case for yourself and your patience...

Aug 4, 2014 / Michelle Chen

Why the Internet Must Remain a Neutral Network

Why the Internet Must Remain a Neutral Network Why the Internet Must Remain a Neutral Network

According to Tim Wu, the Internet as we know it is under attack.

Aug 1, 2014 / The Nation

With Confirmation of CIA Spying on the Senate, It Is Time for Serious Oversight

With Confirmation of CIA Spying on the Senate, It Is Time for Serious Oversight With Confirmation of CIA Spying on the Senate, It Is Time for Serious Oversight

“The CIA’s misconduct threatens the institution of the Senate and its role in ensuring the proper oversight of our government,” Senator Leahy says.

Aug 1, 2014 / John Nichols

Meet 3 Young Politicians Changing the Way New York City Works

Meet 3 Young Politicians Changing the Way New York City Works Meet 3 Young Politicians Changing the Way New York City Works

As young community leaders take office and a progressive power base grows, machine politics is losing its grip on the Big Apple.

Aug 1, 2014 / Max Rivlin-Nadler

Andrew Cuomo’s Watergate?

Andrew Cuomo’s Watergate? Andrew Cuomo’s Watergate?

US attorney Preet Bharara has warned the governor that he could be investigated for obstruction of justice.

Jul 31, 2014 / Stephen Gillers

Christie Dogged by Pension Protests on Eve of Another New Hampshire Visit

Christie Dogged by Pension Protests on Eve of Another New Hampshire Visit Christie Dogged by Pension Protests on Eve of Another New Hampshire Visit

The New Jersey governor may hope to leave the state’s troubles and Bridgegate behind him, but that may be harder than it seems.

Jul 31, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Why Is Washington Risking War With Russia?

Why Is Washington Risking War With Russia? Why Is Washington Risking War With Russia?

Kiev’s siege of the Donbass, supported by the Obama administration, is escalating an already perilous crisis. 

Jul 30, 2014 / Katrina vanden Heuvel and Stephen F. Cohen

The Real Solution to Wealth Inequality

The Real Solution to Wealth Inequality The Real Solution to Wealth Inequality

Both Republicans and Democrats want to solve economic insecurity by giving people more purchasing power. There’s a better solution.

Jul 30, 2014 / Mike Konczal and Bryce Covert

Why It’s Time to Repeal the Religious Freedom Restoration Act

Why It’s Time to Repeal the Religious Freedom Restoration Act Why It’s Time to Repeal the Religious Freedom Restoration Act

The law, passed in 1993 with near-unanimous support, has become an excuse for bigotry, superstition and sectarianism.

Jul 30, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt

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