The Persistence of American Poverty The Persistence of American Poverty
“We could afford to end poverty,” Matthew Desmond tells us. That we don’t is a choice.
Aug 21, 2023 / Books & the Arts / Marcia Chatelain
Cutting US Aid to Israel Doesn't Go Nearly Far Enough Cutting US Aid to Israel Doesn't Go Nearly Far Enough
Washington’s ability to pressure Israel using money has long since disappeared. Progressives need to aim much higher.
Aug 21, 2023 / Tariq Kenney-Shawa
Ada Deer Was an Epic Figure in US History Ada Deer Was an Epic Figure in US History
The late Indigenous leader forced the government to recognize tribal sovereignty and broke through a staggering number of barriers.
Aug 21, 2023 / John Nichols
Letters From the September 4/11, 2023, Issue Letters From the September 4/11, 2023, Issue
The right to be heard… It’s going to get hotter… Don’t cross the picket line (web only)…
Aug 19, 2023 / Our Readers
The New Bard of the Right The New Bard of the Right
When a video of his song “Rich Men North of Richmond” went viral, Oliver Anthony claimed he was politically “dead center.” His lyrics say otherwise.
Aug 18, 2023 / Chris Lehmann for The Nation
The Real Hunter Biden Scandal The Real Hunter Biden Scandal
Joe Biden’s empathy is admirable. But it shouldn’t just be reserved for family.
Aug 18, 2023 / Jeet Heer
Hot Tub Seas! Hot Tub Seas!
Our oceans are reaching boiling temperatures.
Aug 18, 2023 / OppArt / Peter Kuper
Exclusive: James O’Keefe Is Now Under Investigation for Looting Project Veritas Exclusive: James O’Keefe Is Now Under Investigation for Looting Project Veritas
Prosecutors in Westchester County, N.Y., are pursuing charges against the right’s premiere “gotcha video” scammer, for scamming his own donors.
Aug 18, 2023 / Liz Farkas and Matthew Phelan
An Intimate Look at Portland’s Housing Crisis An Intimate Look at Portland’s Housing Crisis
The ongoing housing crisis in Portland, Ore., has desensitized us to the real people who have been affected.
Aug 18, 2023 / Jordan Gale