States of Our Union

States of Our Union is a series of photojournalism presented in collaboration between The Nation, Magnum Photos, and the Economic Hardship Reporting Project. 

This series focuses on six underrepresented areas of the U.S., delving into issues that shape the history and future of every state, every elector, and every citizen in the country.  

Magnum photographers Cristina De Middel, Susan Meiselas, Alex Webb, Larry Towell, Jérôme Sessini and Jim Goldberg teamed up with The Nation, the Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Magnum Photos, along with independent and staff editors to design and guide this package, covering issues ranging from immigration, health, the economy, housing, gun policy, race, the environment, and foreign policy.

Holding On to Indigenous Heritage in Georgia

Holding On to Indigenous Heritage in Georgia Holding On to Indigenous Heritage in Georgia

Although Georgia is often left out of the Native American narrative, a small but mighty community in the state is keeping a strong grip on its culture and history.

Nov 8, 2024 / Photo Essay / Sheena Roetman-Wynn and Larry Towell

Hickey Freeman's Next Chapter

Hickey Freeman's Next Chapter Hickey Freeman's Next Chapter

This factory in upstate New York is a testament to the lasting legacy and future of the modern labor movement.

Nov 5, 2024 / Photo Essay / Michelle Chen and Susan Meiselas

Portraits Along the Arkansas Delta

Portraits Along the Arkansas Delta Portraits Along the Arkansas Delta

Taken by Jim Goldberg, these photographs of the Delta region stitch together a pastiche of post-civil war lineage, industrialization, and more.

Nov 2, 2024 / Photo Essay / Jim Goldberg

Detroit Is More Than Just a Melting Pot

Detroit Is More Than Just a Melting Pot Detroit Is More Than Just a Melting Pot

With a storied legacy of collective organizing, the future of the working class can still be found in the Motor City.

Oct 31, 2024 / Photo Essay / Eli Day and Alex Webb

On the Front Lines of Florida’s Abortion Wars

On the Front Lines of Florida’s Abortion Wars On the Front Lines of Florida’s Abortion Wars

With reproductive rights on the ballot, tensions are higher than ever in abortion-clinic parking lots.

Oct 30, 2024 / Photo Essay / Simon Petite and Cristina De Middel

What’s Really Happening in Springfield, Ohio

What’s Really Happening in Springfield, Ohio What’s Really Happening in Springfield, Ohio

After Trump and Vance spread unfounded claims about Haitian migrants in the small town, this photographer went to see who and what are really there.

Oct 27, 2024 / Photo Essay / Jerome Sessini

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