Can Fairness Fix the US Economy? Can Fairness Fix the US Economy?
With its latest lawsuit, the Federal Trade Commission aims to find out.
Jan 3, 2025 / Ron Knox
In the GOP Civil War Over Immigration, Both Sides Are Racists In the GOP Civil War Over Immigration, Both Sides Are Racists
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy want cheap labor—not a multiracial democracy.
Jan 3, 2025 / Jeet Heer
Beijing Calls Washington’s Bluff on Strategic Metals Beijing Calls Washington’s Bluff on Strategic Metals
China’s latest export restriction lays bare the complex geopolitics behind President Trump’s proposed tariffs—and the green energy transition.
Jan 2, 2025 / Nicolas Niarchos
Elder Abuse Is No Way to Run a Government Elder Abuse Is No Way to Run a Government
The corridors of power increasingly resemble a nursing home—if not a hospice.
Dec 27, 2024 / Jeet Heer
Capitol Liquidity Capitol Liquidity
This Week / December 20, 2024 Capitol Liquidity A.I. Capone. Steve Brodner Share Copy Link Facebook X (Twitter) Bluesky Pocket Email Ad Policy…
Dec 20, 2024 / Steve Brodner
The Billionaire Who Stole Christmas The Billionaire Who Stole Christmas
Elon Musk torpedoed a bipartisan deal to avoid a government shutdown. Trump one-upped him by demanding that the bill hike the debt ceiling. A new bill failed. Who’s in charge here...
Dec 20, 2024 / Joan Walsh
Is America Killing Itself? Is America Killing Itself?
Donald Trump's upcoming presidency jeopardizes democracy, human rights, and the environment. Is the country on a path to self-destruction?
Dec 20, 2024 / OppArt / Andrea Arroyo