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Washington Capitals Win Over Boston Bruins Spurs Spasm of Racism Washington Capitals Win Over Boston Bruins Spurs Spasm of Racism

A black hockey player scores a winning goal against a Tea Partying goalie, and racists couldn’t help themselves.

Apr 26, 2012 / Blog / Dave Zirin

Hundreds March in ACT UP/Occupy Rally, Nineteen Protesters Arrested Hundreds March in ACT UP/Occupy Rally, Nineteen Protesters Arrested

Hundreds of activists from ACT UP, Occupy Wall Street and housing rights groups took to the streets Wednesday to commemorate the twenty-fifth anniversary of ACT UP.

Apr 26, 2012 / Blog / Allison Kilkenny

Paul Ryan’s Claim That His Budget Reflects Catholic Teaching Is ‘Nonsense’ Paul Ryan’s Claim That His Budget Reflects Catholic Teaching Is ‘Nonsense’

As the Budget Committee chairman delivers a major address at a Catholic university, Jesuits say, "your budget appears to reflect the values of your favorite philosopher, Ayn R...

Apr 26, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols

What Teachers Want

What Teachers Want What Teachers Want

New studies show that many teachers are unhappy in their jobs—and in this climate of austerity, it's no wonder.

Apr 25, 2012 / Editorial / Dana Goldstein

A New Low in Attacks on Freedom of Speech A New Low in Attacks on Freedom of Speech

Tarek Mehanna got seventeen years in prison for translating a document.

Apr 25, 2012 / Editorial / David Cole

Defending Israel (and Waiting for a Miracle)

Defending Israel (and Waiting for a Miracle) Defending Israel (and Waiting for a Miracle)

American Jews could play a useful role in aiding our Israeli cousins to see that they are destroying what was noble about their country. Why won't they?

Apr 25, 2012 / Column / Eric Alterman

The Road to Marjayoun: On Anthony Shadid

The Road to Marjayoun: On Anthony Shadid The Road to Marjayoun: On Anthony Shadid

Anthony Shadid was an exceedingly rare reporter in the thinning ranks of American journalism.  

Apr 25, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Scott Sherman

Did Romney Buy the GOP Nomination? Did Romney Buy the GOP Nomination?

Mitt’s opponents say he won only because he outspends everyone. It’s not that simple. 

Apr 25, 2012 / Blog / Ben Adler

Marina Sitrin: Imagining a New General Strike

Marina Sitrin: Imagining a New General Strike Marina Sitrin: Imagining a New General Strike

What are some alternative tactics to create a different, more powerful general strike?

Apr 24, 2012 / Video / Francis Reynolds

James Murdoch Lightly Grilled James Murdoch Lightly Grilled

Murdoch minor may just about stay out of jail by claiming to be an idiot—an option not available to his father, who begins two days of testimony tomorrow morning.

Apr 24, 2012 / Blog / D.D. Guttenplan

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