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Republicans Ignore Science and the Supreme Court in New Anti-Abortion Bill

Republicans Ignore Science and the Supreme Court in New Anti-Abortion Bill Republicans Ignore Science and the Supreme Court in New Anti-Abortion Bill

The House voted to ban abortions after twenty weeks—which, if it became law, would be blatantly unconstitutional.

Jun 19, 2013 / William Greider

Saudi Human Rights Activist Wajeha Al-Huwaider Sentenced to Prison

Saudi Human Rights Activist Wajeha Al-Huwaider Sentenced to Prison Saudi Human Rights Activist Wajeha Al-Huwaider Sentenced to Prison

The human rights activist who has organized protests against the ban on female drivers will serve ten months in jail for the crime of "inciting a woman against her husband.&qu...

Jun 19, 2013 / Katha Pollitt

Why Aiyana Jones Matters

Why Aiyana Jones Matters Why Aiyana Jones Matters

Increased militarization of police forces led to the 7-year-old’s death. It’s time we all recognize that.

Jun 19, 2013 / Mychal Denzel Smith

Hard Right Rallies Against ‘Amnesty’ Outside Capitol

Hard Right Rallies Against ‘Amnesty’ Outside Capitol Hard Right Rallies Against ‘Amnesty’ Outside Capitol

Michelle Bachmann led a protest against immigration reform, but her argument is faulty.

Jun 19, 2013 / George Zornick

Ending the NSA’s State of Secrecy

Ending the NSA’s State of Secrecy Ending the NSA’s State of Secrecy

Our checks and balances have broken down. It’s time to rein in the national security complex.

Jun 19, 2013 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

The Agony of Iraq—and Its Lesson for Syria

The Agony of Iraq—and Its Lesson for Syria The Agony of Iraq—and Its Lesson for Syria

Tipping over ethnic and sectarian balances for imperial purpose is not a good idea.

Jun 19, 2013 / Bob Dreyfuss

The Peeping Press: Understanding the Male Media Gaze

The Peeping Press: Understanding the Male Media Gaze The Peeping Press: Understanding the Male Media Gaze

Let's remember: ogling isn't journalism.

Jun 19, 2013 / Jessica Valenti

Game Six: The Sequel

Game Six: The Sequel Game Six: The Sequel

The Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs put on a game for the ages, reminding me of a similar one almost twenty-seven years ago.

Jun 19, 2013 / Dave Zirin

Immigration Reform Is a Great Reason to Scrap the Debt Ceiling Deal

Immigration Reform Is a Great Reason to Scrap the Debt Ceiling Deal Immigration Reform Is a Great Reason to Scrap the Debt Ceiling Deal

How are we supposed to abide by strict budget caps when adding ten million new Americans?

Jun 18, 2013 / George Zornick

On Glenn Greenwald and His Fans

On Glenn Greenwald and His Fans On Glenn Greenwald and His Fans

Why finding yourself in the sights of the Guardian journalist and those who love him can be such a frustrating thing.

Jun 18, 2013 / Rick Perlstein

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