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NSA Reform? No Way! Scott Walker Wants ‘Something Closer to the Patriot Act’

NSA Reform? No Way! Scott Walker Wants ‘Something Closer to the Patriot Act’ NSA Reform? No Way! Scott Walker Wants ‘Something Closer to the Patriot Act’

The Wisconsin governor positions himself as the exact opposite of Rand Paul—and privacy advocates in both parties.

Jun 1, 2015 / Blog / John Nichols

The Numbing Spectacle of Racism

The Numbing Spectacle of Racism The Numbing Spectacle of Racism

What the ugly history of a 1906 Bronx Zoo exhibit tells us about ourselves today.

Jun 1, 2015 / Pamela Newkirk

California Is Finally Getting Serious About Pesticides Near Schools

California Is Finally Getting Serious About Pesticides Near Schools California Is Finally Getting Serious About Pesticides Near Schools

After a dozen years of foot-dragging, regulators are doing something about the toxins.

Jun 1, 2015 / Liza Gross

The Hillary-Carly ‘Cat Fight’ That Men, the Media, and Fiorina Want

The Hillary-Carly ‘Cat Fight’ That Men, the Media, and Fiorina Want The Hillary-Carly ‘Cat Fight’ That Men, the Media, and Fiorina Want

The former Hewlett-Packard CEO is running as the anti-Hillary, but the two are more alike than is comfortable.

May 29, 2015 / Blog / Leslie Savan

FIFA Is Corrupt (Just Like Everything Else in Sports)

FIFA Is Corrupt (Just Like Everything Else in Sports) FIFA Is Corrupt (Just Like Everything Else in Sports)

Americans want to believe that sports are the last remaining venue for honest competition—but we’ve known otherwise for years.

May 29, 2015 / Blog / William Greider

Sepp Blatter Re-Elected Just In Time for the Women’s World Cup

Sepp Blatter Re-Elected Just In Time for the Women’s World Cup Sepp Blatter Re-Elected Just In Time for the Women’s World Cup

Sepp Blatter's unreconstructed sexism is a slap in the face to everyone who supports women's soccer.

May 29, 2015 / Blog / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff

What Are ‘Nation’ Interns Reading the Week of 5/29/15?

What Are ‘Nation’ Interns Reading the Week of 5/29/15? What Are ‘Nation’ Interns Reading the Week of 5/29/15?

What Are ‘Nation’ Interns Reading the Week of 5/29/15?

May 29, 2015 / StudentNation

The Reckless Prosecution of ‘Tiger Mandingo’

The Reckless Prosecution of ‘Tiger Mandingo’ The Reckless Prosecution of ‘Tiger Mandingo’

Michael Johnson’s trial for HIV exposure was a “perfect storm” of homophobia, racism, and the criminalization of black bodies.

May 29, 2015 / Rod McCullom

The Conservatives Who Gutted the Voting Rights Act Are Now Challenging ‘One Person, One Vote’

The Conservatives Who Gutted the Voting Rights Act Are Now Challenging ‘One Person, One Vote’ The Conservatives Who Gutted the Voting Rights Act Are Now Challenging ‘One Person, One Vote’

The newest challenge to voting rights would be a dramatic powergrab for the GOP.

May 28, 2015 / Blog / Ari Berman

A Real Anti-Poverty Movement Can’t Be Led By Millionaires

A Real Anti-Poverty Movement Can’t Be Led By Millionaires A Real Anti-Poverty Movement Can’t Be Led By Millionaires

Those of us who spend our lives worrying about making rent and buying our kids new crayons need better representation.

May 28, 2015 / Linda Tirado

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