Six questions for a world that seems to be losing interest in democracy
How do we shape a democratic future living in a zeitgeist that is tightening its grip across the globe?
Can U.S. progressives stop a war with Iran?
Over the last few weeks there’s been yet another surge in tensions in the Middle East, with the Islamic Republic of Iran...
‘Fake news’ in America: Homegrown, and far from new
The corporate state created this monstrous propaganda machine and bequeathed it to Trump.
The Reality of Free Trade Deals
“We need a genuine reemployment system – including not only unemployment insurance, but also income insurance.”
As Bernie Sanders says ‘no apologies’ for his position, 70+ groups back call for...
At a time when voting suppression is taking place all across the country, we must make it clear that casting a ballot for American citizens is not a privilege. It is a right."
Ferguson Refuses To Make Police Reforms Proposed By The DOJ
By failing to accept some of the terms of the decree, Ferguson may now be slapped with a federal lawsuit.
The Kochs Are Ghostwriting America’s Story
Progressives need to fight back with their own "metanarrative" against the tall tales of the right wing.
Super-Rich Donors Turn Our Democracy into Their Plutocracy
There are a few "treacherous" donors who are using wads of cash to pervert American democracy into plutocracy. So who are they trying to buy favors for?
U.S. Attorney reportedly fired while investigating HHS Secretary
Bharara’s office was also determining whether to launch an investigation into payments that Trump has received.
Enough! Trump has abdicated on climate – now it’s up to us
I’ll start with myself. And every time I give up something to reduce carbon emissions, I’ll smile and think of President Trump.