Dear Students, Don’t Sit This One Out Dear Students, Don’t Sit This One Out
As a teacher, I’ve kept my political views quiet—but this year is different.
Oct 25, 2016 / StudentNation / Natalia Rachel Singer
The Truth About Donald Trump’s Hair The Truth About Donald Trump’s Hair
Once upon a time, it was normal—and then it all went horribly wrong.
Oct 25, 2016 / Tom Tomorrow
Here’s Why the #PodestaLeaks Aren’t Having Much Impact Here’s Why the #PodestaLeaks Aren’t Having Much Impact
Viewed through the lens of our polarized media, Wikileaks’ revelations will only serve to confirm our prior beliefs about the Clinton campaign.
Oct 24, 2016 / Joshua Holland
The Antipoverty President of My Dreams The Antipoverty President of My Dreams
For too long we have been failing to fight together for what we know will work to ensure that everyone has a shot at the American Dream.
Oct 24, 2016 / Greg Kaufmann
Tom Hayden and the Unfinished Business of Democracy Tom Hayden and the Unfinished Business of Democracy
Though an irreplaceable voice for peace has been silenced, his vision will live on.
Oct 24, 2016 / The Nation
Privatization ‘Disproportionately Hurts Poor Individuals and Families’ Privatization ‘Disproportionately Hurts Poor Individuals and Families’
When public services get handed over to private corporations, poor Americans lose.
Oct 21, 2016 / Michelle Chen
Donald Trump’s ‘Horrifying’ Refusal to Accept the Election Results Donald Trump’s ‘Horrifying’ Refusal to Accept the Election Results
Joan Walsh on the debate, Kai Wright on right-wing media, and Greil Marcus on Bob Dylan.
Oct 20, 2016 / Podcast / Start Making Sense and Jon Wiener
In Harlem, Excitement and Disappointment About the Last Presidential Debate In Harlem, Excitement and Disappointment About the Last Presidential Debate
The attendees at the Barack Obama Democratic Club Debate Watch Party were excited about Hillary Clinton’s embrace of Obama’s legacy, but want more, too.
Oct 20, 2016 / D.D. Guttenplan
It’s Game Over After the Las Vegas Debate It’s Game Over After the Las Vegas Debate
In one brutal riff after another, Hillary Clinton displayed her contempt for a man clearly unfit to be president.
Oct 20, 2016 / Robert L. Borosage
Donald Trump Just Destroyed Himself—Sad! Donald Trump Just Destroyed Himself—Sad!
From barking at Hillary Clinton to saying he won’t accept the results of the election, Trump disqualified himself in every way.
Oct 20, 2016 / Joan Walsh