Religion

Romney, Obama and ‘Capitalism’ in Israel Romney, Obama and ‘Capitalism’ in Israel

Talk about a tempest in a chicken-soup pot!

Sep 5, 2012 / Bob Dreyfuss

Scissor Work: On the Unintended Reformation Scissor Work: On the Unintended Reformation

Brad Gregory wants to upend how we think about the emergence of capitalism, secularism and individualism.

Aug 29, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Paula Findlen

After Sikh Temple Shootings, New Focus on Combating Hate Crimes After Sikh Temple Shootings, New Focus on Combating Hate Crimes

Michelle Obama's visit Thursday to the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin came as activists, senators push for bolder response to violence and hatred.

Aug 23, 2012 / John Nichols

Free Pussy Riot Comes to the Ace Hotel Free Pussy Riot Comes to the Ace Hotel

At a solidarity event in Manhattan, Pussy Riot supporters drew connections between threats to free expression in Russia and in the United States.

Aug 17, 2012 / Lucy McKeon

What’s the Matter With Egypt’s Kansas? What’s the Matter With Egypt’s Kansas?

 If the Muslim Brotherhood is Egypt’s “center,” watch out.

Aug 17, 2012 / Bob Dreyfuss

Pussy Riot and the Two Russias

Pussy Riot and the Two Russias Pussy Riot and the Two Russias

Three members of Pussy Riot have been found guilty of hooliganism. Their protests sparked a wave of support for freedom of speech and human rights among Russians.

Aug 8, 2012 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

John Nichols: The Weakening of Gun Laws John Nichols: The Weakening of Gun Laws

Even after the massacre at a Sikh temple in Wisconsin, gun laws are likely to remain lax. 

Aug 6, 2012 / Press Room

Shootings at Sikh Temple Test the Founding Faith of America

Shootings at Sikh Temple Test the Founding Faith of America Shootings at Sikh Temple Test the Founding Faith of America

Now is the time for President Obama to affirm the Jeffersonian ideal that no American “should suffer on account of his religious opinions or belief.”

Aug 6, 2012 / John Nichols

To Be American, Christian and Oppressed

To Be American, Christian and Oppressed To Be American, Christian and Oppressed

Yesterday, members of America's Christian majority let the world know that they are under attack—and fighting back.

Aug 2, 2012 / Cord Jefferson

The Real Reason Romney Went to Israel The Real Reason Romney Went to Israel

Republicans are supposedly trying to win over Jewish voters. They know that won’t happen. It’s all about evangelicals, and Florida. 

Jul 31, 2012 / Ben Adler

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