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Why We Should All Root for the Miami Heat Why We Should All Root for the Miami Heat

The 2012 NBA finals presents more than a match up of two young, exciting, athletic teams. They present a rooting political litmus test.

Jun 11, 2012 / Blog / Dave Zirin

The Shock Doctrine Goes to College

The Shock Doctrine Goes to College The Shock Doctrine Goes to College

At UC Davis and other institutions, student-led protests against austerity are met with thuggish riot cops and the criminalization of speech. 

Jun 8, 2012 / Joshua Clover

Targeting ‘Slutty’ Students

Targeting ‘Slutty’ Students Targeting ‘Slutty’ Students

How dress codes discriminate against women.

Jun 8, 2012 / Blog / Jessica Valenti

Asesinatos a la Carta Asesinatos a la Carta

Los liberales le hicieron un escándalo a Bush por sus abusos. Ahora no pueden callarse.

Jun 8, 2012 / En español / The Editors

Dave Zirin: Why the New Class Action Lawsuit Terrifies the NFL Dave Zirin: Why the New Class Action Lawsuit Terrifies the NFL

More than 2,000 former players claim the NFL concealed knowledge about the long-term damage caused by concussions. 

Jun 8, 2012 / Nation in the News / Press Room

Walker Wins, Money Shouts Walker Wins, Money Shouts

Eric on the Times review of The Cause and Reed on Charles Lane's particular style of punditry.

Jun 8, 2012 / Blog / Eric Alterman

Mariela Castro: Should the UN Police Sexual Discrimination Around the Globe?

Mariela Castro: Should the UN Police Sexual Discrimination Around the Globe? Mariela Castro: Should the UN Police Sexual Discrimination Around the Globe?

The fact that United Nations has long ceased to play the protective role assigned to it throws its ability to truly advocate for LGBT rights into question.

Jun 7, 2012 / Video / Francis Reynolds

School Closures and Accusations of Segregation in Louisiana School Closures and Accusations of Segregation in Louisiana

Teachers in Louisiana have found themselves on the frontlines of austerity.

Jun 7, 2012 / Blog / Allison Kilkenny

Fortress USA Fortress USA

The wild world of border security and boundary building in Arizona.

Jun 7, 2012 / Todd Miller

Obama’s Kill List: Silence Is Not an Option

Obama’s Kill List: Silence Is Not an Option Obama’s Kill List: Silence Is Not an Option

Liberals raised a ruckus over Bush’s abuses. Let’s hold this president to the same standard.

Jun 6, 2012 / Editorial / The Editors

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