The Left

Father of History Father of History

Bettina Aptheker's recent memoir has incited fierce debate over her father s legacy.

Oct 18, 2007 / Books & the Arts / Christopher Phelps

Class Acts Class Acts

The left's literary canon has neglected the contributions less-celebrated writers have made to the political significance of literature.

Sep 20, 2007 / Books & the Arts / J. Hoberman

Progressive Jews Organize Progressive Jews Organize

A new wave of grassroots Jewish activism is emerging around issues like housing, healthcare and education.

Sep 13, 2007 / Feature / Peter Dreier and Daniel May

Al Franken’s Rising Fortunes Al Franken’s Rising Fortunes

It's early in the game, but his bid to unseat Minnesota Republican Senator Norm Coleman is gaining strength.

Aug 3, 2007 / Feature / Jon Wiener

Support Their Troops? Support Their Troops?

If the American people are largely against the war, what's the matter with the antiwar movement? The answer lies with what has happened over the years to the American left.

Jul 12, 2007 / Beat the Devil / Alexander Cockburn

OpenLeft Aims to Open Doors in DC OpenLeft Aims to Open Doors in DC

Matt Stoller, Chris Bowers and Mike Lux have launched a new website designed link progressive outsiders with DC insiders.

Jul 9, 2007 / Feature / Ari Melber

An Even Newer Left An Even Newer Left

The US Social Forum in Atlanta drew visionaries and veterans--of war and social movements--to chart a course for progressives.

Jun 30, 2007 / Feature / Dan Berger

Get in It to Win It Get in It to Win It

Front-loaded primaries and a volatile '08 race are creating unprecedented opportunities for progressives. They'll gain traction only if they form a smart, tech-savvy and cohesive m...

Jun 27, 2007 / Editorial / The Editors

Will the Progressive Majority Emerge? Will the Progressive Majority Emerge?

New polling data shows that the majority of Americans are leaning liberal. How long will it take politicians and the media to get that?

Jun 21, 2007 / Feature / Rick Perlstein

The Honeymoon Is Over The Honeymoon Is Over

Democrats in Congress failed to deliver on their promises, and for progressives that means there's a lot more work to do.

May 31, 2007 / Editorial / The Editors

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