The Economic Dilemma Democrats Face in 2016 The Economic Dilemma Democrats Face in 2016
The challenge for any Democratic candidate is to learn—and learn fast—that he or she must be the candidate of fundamental change, not the candidate of continuity.
Feb 23, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The AFL-CIO Is to Remain Neutral in the Democratic Primary The AFL-CIO Is to Remain Neutral in the Democratic Primary
The labor federation’s decision opens the door for local activists to campaign for Sanders.
Feb 18, 2016 / John Nichols
Michael Moore’s New Film Playfully Skewers US Exceptionalism Michael Moore’s New Film Playfully Skewers US Exceptionalism
A powerful, optimistic, and radical demonstration of what can be achieved by thinking outside the box—or, in this case, our borders.
Feb 16, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The Supreme Court Is the Most Important Issue in the 2016 Election The Supreme Court Is the Most Important Issue in the 2016 Election
If Republicans obstruct Obama, the next Democratic president can shape the most progressive court since the 1960s.
Feb 16, 2016 / Ari Berman
Repairing American Democracy Should Be a Central Issue in the 2016 Campaign Repairing American Democracy Should Be a Central Issue in the 2016 Campaign
Three ways to fix US politics: Reduce big money, end gerrymandering, make it easier to vote.
Feb 11, 2016 / Ari Berman
Will Bernie Sanders Redistribute Your Wealth? Will Bernie Sanders Redistribute Your Wealth?
And other pressing questions from this primary season.
Feb 9, 2016 / Tom Tomorrow
Meet the Next Elizabeth Warrens Now Running for Congress Meet the Next Elizabeth Warrens Now Running for Congress
From Zephyr Teachout to Pramila Jayapal to Lucy Flores, these women are ardent activists, deep thinkers, and champions of fundamental reform.
Feb 4, 2016 / John Nichols
Racial Justice Is the Key to Democracy Reform Racial Justice Is the Key to Democracy Reform
It is time for progressive advocates to rethink their colorblind approach to civic engagement.
Feb 4, 2016 / Feature / Gara LaMarche
Humans of the Iowa Caucus Humans of the Iowa Caucus
Profiles of 21 voters in the days before the caucuses.
Feb 1, 2016 / Photo Essay / Richard Kreitner and Thomas Bollier
How Obsolete, Triumphalist Militarism Is Destroying America How Obsolete, Triumphalist Militarism Is Destroying America
Like the hero of Milton’s great drama Samson Agonistes, we’re blinded by our own hubris. Here’s a way out—one in which the military can help.
Jan 29, 2016 / William Greider