Michael Tracey

@mtracey

Michael Tracey is a journalist based in Brooklyn, New York.

Tulsi Gabbard speaking

Tulsi Gabbard in New Hampshire Tulsi Gabbard in New Hampshire

Gabbard’s emphasis on transforming US foreign policy gives her campaign an appeal that cuts across party lines—and defies traditional definitions of left and right.

Feb 6, 2020 / Michael Tracey

In Superstorm’s Wake, Concerns About Widespread Disenfranchisement in New Jersey

In Superstorm’s Wake, Concerns About Widespread Disenfranchisement in New Jersey In Superstorm’s Wake, Concerns About Widespread Disenfranchisement in New Jersey

County clerks are reporting inaccessible polling stations, damaged absentee ballots and mass confusion about where and how to vote on Tuesday.

Nov 5, 2012 / Michael Tracey

‘Occupy Unmasked’—Unmasked ‘Occupy Unmasked’—Unmasked

The documentary, starring the late Andrew Breitbart, is a deranged hodge-podge of bizarre memes, wild dot-connecting and unadulterated fury.

Oct 9, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Michael Tracey

Occupy Philly Avoids Eviction, Police Brutality—for Now Occupy Philly Avoids Eviction, Police Brutality—for Now

Mayor Michael Nutter and Philadelphia police have shown respect for the right to protest, and a deadline for eviction passed without action.

Nov 29, 2011 / Michael Tracey

Why Did the NYPD Use Horses on Occupy Wall Street Protesters? Why Did the NYPD Use Horses on Occupy Wall Street Protesters?

A peaceful demonstration in Times Square was met with the force's Mounted Unit, creating a dangerous situation.

Oct 25, 2011 / Michael Tracey

Where Is Journalism School Going?

Where Is Journalism School Going? Where Is Journalism School Going?

The Medill School of Journalism's change of name is indicative of wider -- and frightening -- trends in journalism education.

Jun 1, 2011 / Michael Tracey

Importing the Portuguese Model of Drug Reform Importing the Portuguese Model of Drug Reform

US drug reformers could learn a lot from Portugal’s successful decriminalization efforts.

Dec 15, 2010 / Michael Tracey and Neima Jahromi

The Rise of Chris Christie, Governor Wrecking Ball

The Rise of Chris Christie, Governor Wrecking Ball The Rise of Chris Christie, Governor Wrecking Ball

With callous austerity measures, New Jersey's Chris Christie has made himself a contender.

Nov 17, 2010 / Feature / Michael Tracey

The New Huffington Paradigm The New Huffington Paradigm

On the Huffington Post bus to the Rally for Sanity.

Oct 31, 2010 / StudentNation / Michael Tracey

Ari Berman Kicks Off Book Tour at Event with Howard Dean Ari Berman Kicks Off Book Tour at Event with Howard Dean

Ari Berman's Herding Donkeys traces the origins of Barack Obama’s winning campaign strategy back to the Howard Dean's failed 2004 presidential bid.

Oct 7, 2010 / Michael Tracey

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