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The Empowerment Elite Claims Feminism

The Empowerment Elite Claims Feminism The Empowerment Elite Claims Feminism

As the movement enjoys a star moment, “controversial” issues risk being left behind.

Feb 12, 2014 / Feature / Jessica Valenti

Obama Signs Executive Order on Federal Contractor Wages Today

Obama Signs Executive Order on Federal Contractor Wages Today Obama Signs Executive Order on Federal Contractor Wages Today

It’s a big moment for hundreds of thousands of workers, as well as progressive activists.

Feb 12, 2014 / George Zornick

[PHOTOS] How One Fashion Designer Is Keeping Jobs in New York

[PHOTOS] How One Fashion Designer Is Keeping Jobs in New York [PHOTOS] How One Fashion Designer Is Keeping Jobs in New York

At Nanette Lepore’s studio, that Fashion Week magic starts with the actual work of patternmaking, cutting and sewing.

Feb 12, 2014 / Elizabeth Cline

Mr. Hollande’s Opus Mr. Hollande’s Opus

Hollande, whose libido surprises, Moves on, and a question arises: Can anyone tell me, by chance, Just who’s the first lady of France?

Feb 12, 2014 / Column / Calvin Trillin

Cuomo’s Bogus Logic vs. de Blasio’s Call for a Higher Wage

Cuomo’s Bogus Logic vs. de Blasio’s Call for a Higher Wage Cuomo’s Bogus Logic vs. de Blasio’s Call for a Higher Wage

The governor says a higher minimum wage in New York City could cause chaos.

Feb 12, 2014 / Jarrett Murphy

A Voice for Democracy Against Egypt’s ‘Fascist Buildup’

A Voice for Democracy Against Egypt’s ‘Fascist Buildup’ A Voice for Democracy Against Egypt’s ‘Fascist Buildup’

Amr Hamzawy was one of the few liberals who condemned both the Morsi government’s misrule and the military coup. Now he’s increasingly isolated.

Feb 12, 2014 / Sharif Abdel Kouddous

What Is XL Dissent?

What Is XL Dissent? What Is XL Dissent?

Activists from more than fifty universities issue an open invitation to a March 2 Keystone XL protest in DC.

Feb 12, 2014 / StudentNation / StudentNation

While We Celebrate Michael Sam, Don’t Forget Sasha Menu Courey

While We Celebrate Michael Sam, Don’t Forget Sasha Menu Courey While We Celebrate Michael Sam, Don’t Forget Sasha Menu Courey

Don’t let the glowing press around Mizzou distract from the school’s awful response to a rape allegation.

Feb 12, 2014 / Steven Hsieh

An Open Letter to President Obama: Close Guantánamo Bay

An Open Letter to President Obama: Close Guantánamo Bay An Open Letter to President Obama: Close Guantánamo Bay

Prominent lawyers from Obama's home state of Illinois urge the president to shutter the infamous, illegal prison. 

Feb 12, 2014 / Abner Mikva, James Thompson, and Scott Turow

Launching ‘Christie Watch’

Launching ‘Christie Watch’ Launching ‘Christie Watch’

The Dreyfusses introduce a new project on Governor Chris Christie, the Tea Party and the 2016 GOP civil war.

Feb 12, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

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