GOP Declares National Victory in Wisconsin GOP Declares National Victory in Wisconsin
Scott Walker’s win doesn't necessarily mean Mitt Romney will triumph in November. But it does prove that corporate money threatens American democracy.
Jun 6, 2012 / Ben Adler
Tea Party Flexes its Muscles in Texas Tea Party Flexes its Muscles in Texas
Even staunchly conservative candidates were on the defensive in the Texas Republican primary.
Jun 1, 2012 / Ben Adler
Katha Pollitt: The Plight of Undocumented Workers Hurts Everyone Katha Pollitt: The Plight of Undocumented Workers Hurts Everyone
Some Republicans may blame immigrants for the country’s economic woes, but in reality, the causes are far more deeply rooted and complex.
May 31, 2012 / Press Room
The Golden Age of Special Operations The Golden Age of Special Operations
Globalizing the “Global War on Terror.”
May 29, 2012 / Andrew J. Bacevich
House Members Seek Answers From Scott Walker Amid New Evidence of Lying to Congress House Members Seek Answers From Scott Walker Amid New Evidence of Lying to Congress
Three members of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee have asked the controversial Wisconsin governor whether he wants to withdraw tainted testimony.
May 25, 2012 / John Nichols
Don’t Think Twice Don’t Think Twice
Eric reviews his latest music choices and Reed analyzes recent trends in Congressional oratory.
May 25, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Eric Alterman
In ‘Scandal’ and ‘Veep’, Can Female Politicos Be Powerful—and Sexy, Too? In ‘Scandal’ and ‘Veep’, Can Female Politicos Be Powerful—and Sexy, Too?
For women in politics, sexuality is often a liability. Will two new shows break the mold?
May 22, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Salamishah Tillet
How Much Does Washington Spend on ‘Defense’? How Much Does Washington Spend on ‘Defense’?
The nearly $1 trillion national security budget.
May 22, 2012 / Chris Hellman and Mattea Kramer
Democrats Counter GOP Voting Restrictions Democrats Counter GOP Voting Restrictions
House Democrats introduce sweeping legislation to expand voting rights
May 18, 2012 / Ari Berman
Off to the Horses… Off to the Horses…
Eric on what drives him crazy and Reed reveals the stark choice facing our nation in November.
May 17, 2012 / Eric Alterman