Society

President Donald Trump hosts Fox CEO Rupert Murdoch and Skydance backer Larry Ellison at the Oval Office.

Trump’s Quest for Total Media Control Trump’s Quest for Total Media Control

Look beyond the petty celebrity feuds, and you'll see a plan to transform American media companies into outlets for MAGA agitprop.

Nov 21, 2025 / Ben Schwartz

In Defending Mohammed bin Salman, Trump Sinks to a New Low

In Defending Mohammed bin Salman, Trump Sinks to a New Low In Defending Mohammed bin Salman, Trump Sinks to a New Low

Trump was incandescent with anger that journalists would have the temerity to question his wealthy “guest” with the bottomless wallet.

Nov 21, 2025 / Sasha Abramsky

New York City council member Chi Ossé speaks at rally in support of the Fired Four in front of the Condé Nast offices in New York City on November 12, 2025.

If Condé Nast Can Illegally Fire Me, No Union Worker Is Safe If Condé Nast Can Illegally Fire Me, No Union Worker Is Safe

The Trump administration is making employers think they can ignore their legal obligations and trample on the rights of workers.

Nov 20, 2025 / Alma Avalle

Why We Must Remember Brandon Teena

Why We Must Remember Brandon Teena Why We Must Remember Brandon Teena

Decades after his death, Brandon’s name was invoked in the Nebraska legislature as a reminder of what led to his murder. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, we must not forget.

Nov 20, 2025 / Kelsy Burke

A sign condemning the BBC's coverage of Gaza during a protest in London, on August 21, 2025.

How the UK Media Became Complicit in the Gaza Genocide How the UK Media Became Complicit in the Gaza Genocide

An interview with British journalist Peter Oborne.

Nov 20, 2025 / Evan Robins

A power plant in Colstrip, Montana.

Trump Promised to Bring Back Coal. This Town Listened. Trump Promised to Bring Back Coal. This Town Listened.

Through executive orders, Congress, and a loyalist cabinet, the Trump administration has delivered big for enclaves of coal country like Colstrip, Montana. But how long can it las...

Nov 20, 2025 / StudentNation / Ezra Graham

Protesters face off against border agents outside the ICE detention facility in Broadview, Illinois.

The Counteroffensive Against Operation Midway Blitz The Counteroffensive Against Operation Midway Blitz

How Chicago residents and protesters banded together against the Trump administration's immigration shock troops.

Nov 20, 2025 / Amanda Moore

Former US treasury secretary Larry Summers.

Why Is Larry Summers Still Employed? Why Is Larry Summers Still Employed?

The revelations about the economist’s attempts to pressure a woman into a “relationship”—with guidance from Jeffrey Epstein—should finally disqualify him from teaching students.

Nov 19, 2025 / Elie Mystal

How Washington State Discriminates Against Incarcerated Immigrants

How Washington State Discriminates Against Incarcerated Immigrants How Washington State Discriminates Against Incarcerated Immigrants

People with immigration detainers want to build a better life, but state policies make it difficult or impossible.

Nov 19, 2025 / Aaron Edward Olson

A sign encouraging people to vote sits in the middle of the University of Pittsburgh campus on November 5, 2024.

The Fight for American Democracy on College Campuses The Fight for American Democracy on College Campuses

The promises of the 26th Amendment remain unfulfilled.

Nov 19, 2025 / Yael Bromberg and Jonathan Becker

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