The Infrastructure of American Democracy Is Dysfunctional The Infrastructure of American Democracy Is Dysfunctional
A presidential commission has proposed steps to make registering and voting easier. But it does not address the crisis of exceptionally low turnout.
Jan 23, 2014 / John Nichols
6 Conservatives Who Support Raising the Minimum Wage 6 Conservatives Who Support Raising the Minimum Wage
From software tycoons to media pundits, some conservatives have argued for raising the minimum wage.
Jan 22, 2014 / Steven Hsieh
Giuliani Emerges as Christie’s Main Surrogate Giuliani Emerges as Christie’s Main Surrogate
The surrogate’s chosen. The mystery’s this: Why Rudy, a man more vindictive than Chris? It may be a plan that Chris understands fully: He’s showing the world that he’s not the worst bully. The mayor’s acts of vengeance would rate a novella. Giuliani makes Christie resemble Mandela.
Jan 22, 2014 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Without a Dedicated Funding Stream, Cuomo’s Plan for Universal Pre-K Will Fall Short Without a Dedicated Funding Stream, Cuomo’s Plan for Universal Pre-K Will Fall Short
There’s no way Cuomo’s plan pays for the kind of effort de Blasio got elected to provide.
Jan 22, 2014 / Jarrett Murphy
Cuomo, Schneiderman to Split Initial JPMorgan Funds Cuomo, Schneiderman to Split Initial JPMorgan Funds
After an intense battle over how to use the state’s JPMorgan payout, all of the funds will go to ease troubled homeowners.
Jan 22, 2014 / George Zornick
Andy Shallal, Activist and Owner of Busboys and Poets, Makes a Progressive Bid for DC Mayor Andy Shallal, Activist and Owner of Busboys and Poets, Makes a Progressive Bid for DC Mayor
Restauranteur and activist Andy Shallal is making a long shot bid for DC mayor.
Jan 22, 2014 / Zoë Carpenter
Could an Interpreter Have Prevented NYPD Officers From Bloodying an 84-Year-Old Jaywalker? Could an Interpreter Have Prevented NYPD Officers From Bloodying an 84-Year-Old Jaywalker?
Kang Wong’s case highlights the need for language access services in police departments.
Jan 21, 2014 / Steven Hsieh
‘We Can’t Wait’ for Congress ‘We Can’t Wait’ for Congress
President Obama can and should take smart steps without Congress.
Jan 21, 2014 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
Purging the Legacy of Dictatorship From Chile’s Constitution Purging the Legacy of Dictatorship From Chile’s Constitution
Marca Tu Voto AC, a citizens’ group, is spearheading the national effort to overhaul Chile’s 1980 constitution.
Jan 21, 2014 / Alisa Solomon
Four Years After ‘Citizens United,’ There Is Real Movement to Remove Big Money From Politics Four Years After ‘Citizens United,’ There Is Real Movement to Remove Big Money From Politics
Sixteen states and 500 communities have demanded an amendment to the US Constitution. Twenty fourteen will be a year of action.
Jan 21, 2014 / John Nichols