Letters From the April 17/24, 2023, Issue Letters From the April 17/24, 2023, Issue
Springsteen and us… Lessons from Debs…
Apr 4, 2023 / Our Readers
Want to Turn the Pitiless March of Gentrification Into a Parable of Progress? Want to Turn the Pitiless March of Gentrification Into a Parable of Progress?
The New York Times shows just how it's done.
Apr 4, 2023 / Column / Adolph Reed Jr.
What’s Behind the New Calls to Invade Mexico What’s Behind the New Calls to Invade Mexico
The right can claim it’s about defeating cartels or defending democracy, but it’s really about resource extraction.
Will Jeff Zients Destroy Joe Biden’s Presidency? Will Jeff Zients Destroy Joe Biden’s Presidency?
The new White House chief of staff is alienating congressional Democrats and progressives.
Apr 3, 2023 / Jeet Heer
The Senate Doesn’t Need More Senior Citizens The Senate Doesn’t Need More Senior Citizens
California is one of the most progressive states in the union. It shouldn’t have one of the oldest senators.
Apr 3, 2023 / Sasha Abramsky
Violence Addiction Deity Violence Addiction Deity
God, guns, and (a deadly) country.
Apr 3, 2023 / OppArt / Chee Bravo
Reports of the Death of the “Texas Observer” Are Greatly Exaggerated Reports of the Death of the “Texas Observer” Are Greatly Exaggerated
With support from readers, a legendary progressive publication lives to fight another day.
Apr 3, 2023 / Jim Hightower
The Revolution Against Shady Landlords Has Begun The Revolution Against Shady Landlords Has Begun
In New York, the real estate industry and the politicians in its pocket both reign supreme. These tenants have a plan to change that forever.
Apr 3, 2023 / Feature / Molly Crabapple
Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Race Could Restore Democracy in America’s Most Gerrymandered State Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Race Could Restore Democracy in America’s Most Gerrymandered State
If a liberal flips a conservative seat on Tuesday, a new majority would have the power to draw fair maps and renew Democrat prospects in a key battleground state.
Mar 31, 2023 / John Nichols