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Nikki Haley talks to a group of people while campaigning in New Hampshire.

Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy Can’t Escape GOP Racism Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy Can’t Escape GOP Racism

The two presidential candidates are boxed in by the bigotry they deny exists.

Jan 19, 2024 / Jeet Heer

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) speaks to the press alongside from left, Representatives Mike Turner, (R-Ala.), Mike Rogers, (R-Ohio), and Mike McCaul, (R-Tex.), following a meeting with President Joe Biden and congressional leaders outside the West Wing of the White House in Washingtion, D.C., Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

Border Wars: The Phantom Menace Border Wars: The Phantom Menace

Congress has once again extended the deadline for a budget agreement, all but guaranteeing a sequel to threats of a government shutdown.

Jan 19, 2024 / Chris Lehmann

E Jean Carroll, smiling, outside a courtroom.

The Pain and Paradox of E. Jean Carroll’s Crusade Against Trump The Pain and Paradox of E. Jean Carroll’s Crusade Against Trump

In her second go-round, seeking damages for his lies about her, the accomplished journalist had to prove she was damaged.

Jan 19, 2024 / Joan Walsh

Embracing Our Humanity

Embracing Our Humanity Embracing Our Humanity

Creating solidarity during times of local and global crisis is crucial.

Jan 19, 2024 / OppArt / Colleen Quinn

Signage outside an Amazon Go store

How Students in Seattle Got More School Counselors—Paid for by the City’s Wealthiest Corporations How Students in Seattle Got More School Counselors—Paid for by the City’s Wealthiest Corporations

Local politicians said it couldn't be done. The Seattle Times said it shouldn't be done. The students stuck to their demands and proved them wrong.

Jan 19, 2024 / Natalya McConnell

Trump Nevada

Trump Isn’t on Nevada’s Primary Ballot. He May Still Win the Caucus. Trump Isn’t on Nevada’s Primary Ballot. He May Still Win the Caucus.

Confused? So are Nevada voters.

Jan 19, 2024 / Sasha Abramsky

US Supreme Court Justices Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett.

We Are Witnessing the Biggest Judicial Power Grab Since 1803 We Are Witnessing the Biggest Judicial Power Grab Since 1803

During a major hearing this week, the conservative justices made clear they’re about to gut the federal government’s power to regulate—and take that power for themselves.

Jan 18, 2024 / Elie Mystal

Trump smirking in front of flag

A Second Trump Term Will Bring an End to the American Century A Second Trump Term Will Bring an End to the American Century

Another four years of Trump's "America first" diplomacy will destroy the country's already declining global power.

Jan 18, 2024 / Alfred McCoy

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting with Russia's Government members via video link in Moscow, on January 17, 2024.

In Russia, Clear Signs of War Fatigue In Russia, Clear Signs of War Fatigue

Recent protests by mothers and wives of deployed soldiers are one sign.

Jan 18, 2024 / Stephen Crowley

President Joe Biden returns to the White House December 20, 2023 in Washington, D.C.

New Hampshire Primary Voters Can Send Biden a Powerful Message About Gaza New Hampshire Primary Voters Can Send Biden a Powerful Message About Gaza

A campaign to write in the word “cease-fire” seeks to pressure the administration to shift its policy.

Jan 18, 2024 / John Nichols

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