The ‘Black Vote’ Narrative Is a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy The ‘Black Vote’ Narrative Is a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Every black American has their own reasons for voting the way they do. Why can’t the mainstream media reflect that diversity?
Mar 11, 2020 / Shirley Ngozi Nwangwa
Finally, a Useful Role for Bloomberg in 2020—Supporting Voting Rights Finally, a Useful Role for Bloomberg in 2020—Supporting Voting Rights
The failed presidential contender has begun backing critical voting rights efforts—and not a moment too soon.
Mar 11, 2020 / Elie Mystal
Bernie Sanders: Now More Than Ever Bernie Sanders: Now More Than Ever
There’s too much at stake to let establishment Democrats lead us down the road of failure by selling Joe Biden as safe. He’s not.
Mar 11, 2020 / Jane McAlevey
Can Joe Biden Unite the Democrats? Can Joe Biden Unite the Democrats?
If Biden is the nominee, he is going to have to figure out a pitch to young people.
Mar 11, 2020 / Jeet Heer
Joe Biden Personifies Democratic Party Failures Since the Cold War Joe Biden Personifies Democratic Party Failures Since the Cold War
The Democratic Party needs to escape the shadow of anti-communism and embrace economic and racial justice.
Mar 11, 2020 / Michael Brenes
Maya Moore Saves a Life Maya Moore Saves a Life
Jonathan Irons is staring at freedom after 23 years in prison, in part because basketball superstar Maya Moore made it her mission to set him free.
Mar 11, 2020 / Dave Zirin
Jessica Hagedorn Looks Back on the Legacy of ‘Dogeaters’ Jessica Hagedorn Looks Back on the Legacy of ‘Dogeaters’
We talked to the author about the enduring influence of her now 30-year-old novel on life in Marcos-era Philippines.
Mar 11, 2020 / Q&A / Noah Flora
Afghans Imagine a Future of Lasting Peace Afghans Imagine a Future of Lasting Peace
The US-Taliban peace agreement has seeded hope for Afghans living in a Kabul-based internally displaced peoples camp.
Mar 11, 2020 / Mohammed Harun Arsalai and Mohsin Khan Momand
Would the Draft Help End America’s Endless Wars? Would the Draft Help End America’s Endless Wars?
While most Americans love the military, they also have no experience with it.
Mar 11, 2020 / Nan Levinson