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VP candidate Kamala Harris in mid speech, standing in front of an American flag.

A Strong Policy Debate Is Kamala Harris’s Best Shot to Break the Election Tie A Strong Policy Debate Is Kamala Harris’s Best Shot to Break the Election Tie

Attacking Donald Trump is a start. But the Democratic nominee also has to sell herself and her vision.

Sep 9, 2024 / Jeet Heer

Israelis protest during a demonstration against the government and the hostage situation in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

For Israeli Protesters, Palestine Might as Well Not Exist For Israeli Protesters, Palestine Might as Well Not Exist

There is a gaping, Gaza-shaped void at the heart of the hostage deal demonstrations.

Sep 9, 2024 / Ori Goldberg

False Flags

False Flags False Flags

Sucker punch.

Sep 9, 2024 / OppArt / Darrin Bell

Why Black Voter Turnout Is Dropping in Wisconsin

Why Black Voter Turnout Is Dropping in Wisconsin Why Black Voter Turnout Is Dropping in Wisconsin

Author Malaika Jabali tells Laura Flanders why simmering frustration could even shift some Black voters in Wisconsin to Trump.

Sep 9, 2024 / Q&A / Laura Flanders

The Enduring Influence of Marx’s Masterpiece

The Enduring Influence of Marx’s Masterpiece The Enduring Influence of Marx’s Masterpiece

No book has done more than Capital to explain the way the world works.

Sep 9, 2024 / Books & the Arts / Wendy Brown

How a Probation Violation Turns Into Indefinite Jail Time

How a Probation Violation Turns Into Indefinite Jail Time How a Probation Violation Turns Into Indefinite Jail Time

Probation detainers are forcing tens of thousands of people to remain in jail indefinitely.

Sep 9, 2024 / Feature / Katie Rose Quandt

Blood Brothers

Blood Brothers Blood Brothers

Colt 45.

Sep 6, 2024 / Steve Brodner

Democratic presidential candidate Senator Kamala Harris, speaks during a debate on October 7, 2020, in Salt Lake City, and Republican presidential candidate former president Donald Trump speaks during a debate on June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.

How to Debate Donald Trump How to Debate Donald Trump

There’s almost no way to “win” a debate against a serially unserious liar like Trump, but if Harris can knock him off his vibe, she might stand a chance.

Sep 6, 2024 / Elie Mystal

The Russia Today logo is seen on a computer screen.

The Right-Wing Influencers Cashing Checks From Russia The Right-Wing Influencers Cashing Checks From Russia

A DOJ indictment charges MAGA-loyal media figures with delivering talking points furnished by Russian state media.

Sep 6, 2024 / Chris Lehmann

Liz Cheney looking intently, speaking at a podium that reads

Liz Cheney Finally Proved Me Right Liz Cheney Finally Proved Me Right

Fifteen years ago, she told me we had no common ground. I disagreed. This week she endorsed Kamala Harris, and she has my gratitude.

Sep 6, 2024 / Joan Walsh

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