Why Democratic Contenders Now Call for Abolishing the Electoral College Why Democratic Contenders Now Call for Abolishing the Electoral College
After the 2000 election, when Al Gore won the popular vote, Democrats were slow to respond, seeming to lack a basic sense of what was at stake. Not anymore.
Apr 8, 2019 / John Nichols
In Defense of the Much-Maligned IRS In Defense of the Much-Maligned IRS
The agency helps to keep the wealthy accountable.
Apr 8, 2019 / Bryce Covert
The Next American Revolution The Next American Revolution
On the anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech condemning the Vietnam War, we must remember that a nation founded in revolution must always remain open to reassessment in or...
Apr 3, 2019 / Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II
When Socialism Was Tried in America—and Was a Smashing Success When Socialism Was Tried in America—and Was a Smashing Success
For much of the 20th century, Milwaukee was run by socialists—and Time magazine called it “one of the best-run cities in the U.S.”
Apr 2, 2019 / John Nichols
What We Should Learn From the Mueller Report What We Should Learn From the Mueller Report
Mueller debunked claims of conspiracy with Russia, but the indictments and convictions resulting from his investigation should spur both Democrats and the media to focus on the ful...
Mar 28, 2019 / The Nation
NATO Turns 70 NATO Turns 70
Next week, Washington will throw the military alliance a birthday party. How much is there to celebrate?
Mar 28, 2019 / James Carden
RIP, Russiagate RIP, Russiagate
The implosion of the collusion theory is a humiliation for everyone who promoted it.
Mar 26, 2019 / Aaron Maté
Should I Out This Rapist? Should I Out This Rapist?
Another reader asks if wearing a sparkly ring makes her look “tone deaf” in a world where people are struggling.
Mar 22, 2019 / Liza Featherstone