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Republicans Ignore Science and the Supreme Court in New Anti-Abortion Bill

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 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 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 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 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’ 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 {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 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 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 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

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