Newtown: It Doesn’t Have to Happen Again Newtown: It Doesn’t Have to Happen Again
We have the ability to prevent another mass shooting. But do we have the will?
Dec 19, 2012 / The Editors
Roots of a Rampage Roots of a Rampage
It's still unclear what motivated the Newtown shooter, but the small towns where such deadly outbursts tend to occur have some things in common.
Dec 19, 2012 / Katherine S. Newman
Will Congress Rein In Illegal Spying? Will Congress Rein In Illegal Spying?
When The New York Times first revealed the NSA was wiretapping Americans without a warrant in 2005, it was a scandal. But the government continues to spy with impunity—and wh...
Dec 19, 2012 / Marcy Wheeler
This Year, Be More Generous Than Ever This Year, Be More Generous Than Ever
Honor the Newtown victims by supporting groups working to end the outrageous levels of violence in our society.
Dec 19, 2012 / Column / Katha Pollitt
After Newtown, Beware Fear-Driven Policymaking After Newtown, Beware Fear-Driven Policymaking
In crafting laws after the horrifying killings in Connecticut, it’s crucial that we recognize our own collective trauma before we rush to act.
Dec 19, 2012 / Column / Melissa Harris-Perry
Today in Poverty: An Education Wish List Today in Poverty: An Education Wish List
Here are ten reforms that would ensure every child receives the education they deserve.
Dec 19, 2012 / Greg Kaufmann
John Nichols: Bridging the Gap on Gun Control John Nichols: Bridging the Gap on Gun Control
In the wake of a national tragedy, how do we have a productive conversation about how to keep our country safe?
Dec 19, 2012 / Press Room
Gun Violence In American Schools Is Nothing New Gun Violence In American Schools Is Nothing New
We’re seeing suggestions from the right side of the political spectrum that events like the massacre at a Connecticut elementary school are novel in American history—a ...
Dec 18, 2012 / StudentNation / Angus Johnston
Don’t Be Fooled: Walmart Hasn’t Changed Anything Don’t Be Fooled: Walmart Hasn’t Changed Anything
Walmart hasn’t stopped the sale of a single gun in the wake of Sandy Hook, even though many other stores have.
Dec 18, 2012 / George Zornick
The Unbearable Elasticity of Gun Logic The Unbearable Elasticity of Gun Logic
For the gun lobby, Newtown was evidence that more guns are necessary.
Dec 18, 2012 / Todd Gitlin