Republicans Ignore Science and the Supreme Court in New Anti-Abortion Bill Republicans Ignore Science and the Supreme Court in New Anti-Abortion Bill
The House voted to ban abortions after twenty weeks—which, if it became law, would be blatantly unconstitutional.
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / William Greider
Saudi Human Rights Activist Wajeha Al-Huwaider Sentenced to Prison Saudi Human Rights Activist Wajeha Al-Huwaider Sentenced to Prison
The human rights activist who has organized protests against the ban on female drivers will serve ten months in jail for the crime of "inciting a woman against her husband.&qu...
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / Katha Pollitt
Why Aiyana Jones Matters Why Aiyana Jones Matters
Increased militarization of police forces led to the 7-year-old’s death. It’s time we all recognize that.
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / Mychal Denzel Smith
Hard Right Rallies Against ‘Amnesty’ Outside Capitol Hard Right Rallies Against ‘Amnesty’ Outside Capitol
Michelle Bachmann led a protest against immigration reform, but her argument is faulty.
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / George Zornick
America’s Surveillance Net America’s Surveillance Net
There is a revolution afoot—one that is being carried out by the government against the fundamental law of the land.
Jun 19, 2013 / Editorial / Jonathan Schell
Government Spying: Why You Can’t ‘Just Trust Us’ Government Spying: Why You Can’t ‘Just Trust Us’
For proof that the current surveillance programs are ripe for abuse, Americans need only look at what preceded them.
Jun 19, 2013 / Editorial / Marcy Wheeler
{Young}ist Takes Root {Young}ist Takes Root
A new media community takes root.
Jun 19, 2013 / StudentNation / Queen Arsem-O’Malley and StudentNation
Ending the NSA’s State of Secrecy Ending the NSA’s State of Secrecy
Our checks and balances have broken down. It’s time to rein in the national security complex.
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The Peeping Press: Understanding the Male Media Gaze The Peeping Press: Understanding the Male Media Gaze
Let's remember: ogling isn't journalism.
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / Jessica Valenti
Game Six: The Sequel Game Six: The Sequel
The Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs put on a game for the ages, reminding me of a similar one almost twenty-seven years ago.
Jun 19, 2013 / Blog / Dave Zirin