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The Past and Future of Mexican Chicago

The Past and Future of Mexican Chicago The Past and Future of Mexican Chicago

From the machine politicians in La Villita to the radicals in Pilsen, Mexican Chicagoans have played a central role in defining their city. 

Jan 10, 2023 / Books & the Arts / Juan Ignacio Mora

From a Clown Coup to a Clown Speakership

From a Clown Coup to a Clown Speakership From a Clown Coup to a Clown Speakership

Kevin McCarthy’s surrender to the House Freedom Caucus is proof that the January 6 insurrectionists rule the GOP.

Jan 9, 2023 / Jeet Heer

Thoughts and Prayers… but No Action

Thoughts and Prayers… but No Action Thoughts and Prayers… but No Action

Spent bullets.

Jan 9, 2023 / OppArt / Holly Ballard Martz

Why the New Hampshire Presidential Primary Is Good for Democracy

Why the New Hampshire Presidential Primary Is Good for Democracy Why the New Hampshire Presidential Primary Is Good for Democracy

Our state’s first-in-the-nation primary gives sincere candidates without access to dark money a chance to make their case.

Jan 9, 2023 / Jim Splaine

Kevin McCarthy’s Reign Begins—for Now

Kevin McCarthy’s Reign Begins—for Now Kevin McCarthy’s Reign Begins—for Now

The morning after the second anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, Republicans managed to elect Kevin McCarthy speaker of the House.

Jan 9, 2023 / Chris Lehmann

Flooded homes in New Jersey

Global Warming Is the Front-Page Story of Our Lifetime Global Warming Is the Front-Page Story of Our Lifetime

So why isn't it treated that way?

Jan 9, 2023 / Tom Engelhardt

A black and white photo of a young Hannah Arendt lounging.

Hannah Arendt Was Really a Prophet Against Conformity Hannah Arendt Was Really a Prophet Against Conformity

To the question of how totalitarian methods could ever draw the compliance of free citizens, she replied: through the enchantment of success.

Jan 9, 2023 / Column / David Bromwich

US Democracy Is Under Attack. These Human Rights Defenders Are Not Backing Down.

US Democracy Is Under Attack. These Human Rights Defenders Are Not Backing Down. US Democracy Is Under Attack. These Human Rights Defenders Are Not Backing Down.

The progressives topping the 2022 Nation Honor Roll have refused to give up in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Jan 9, 2023 / Feature / John Nichols

Speaking out: A demonstration in Peshawar drawing attention to violence against Pakistan’s transgender community.

Pakistan’s Transgender Community Rises Up Pakistan’s Transgender Community Rises Up

In the wake of changing legal standards recognizing the self-determination of gender identity, transgender Pakistanis are taking steps to live openly.

Jan 9, 2023 / Feature / Hasan Ali

The Fragile and Complex Worlds of George Saunders

The Fragile and Complex Worlds of George Saunders The Fragile and Complex Worlds of George Saunders

In his short fiction, Saunders reminds us that when it comes to ethical dilemmas there are often no clean ways out.

Jan 9, 2023 / Books & the Arts / Erin Somers

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