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Meet the Socialist Candidate for NYC Mayor

Meet the Socialist Candidate for NYC Mayor Meet the Socialist Candidate for NYC Mayor

Front-runner Eric Adams, who is all but certain to win the New York City mayoral race Tuesday, is facing a field of rivals, including Cathy Rojas, a public school teacher from Quee...

Nov 1, 2021 / John Nichols

[Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene during a press conference.]

Every House Member Who Aided the January 6 Rioters Must Be Expelled Every House Member Who Aided the January 6 Rioters Must Be Expelled

“It’s inexcusable to wait any longer.”

Oct 29, 2021 / John Nichols

No CRT Sign

The GOP’s Grievance Industrial Complex Invades the Classroom The GOP’s Grievance Industrial Complex Invades the Classroom

When parents become a posse of vigilantes, outrage is in the saddle instead of teaching or learning.

Oct 28, 2021 / Column / Jennifer C. Berkshire

Planned Parenthood volunteers canvass for Democratic candidates in Virginia

These Two Virginia Democratic Women Have a Real Shot at Flipping GOP Seats These Two Virginia Democratic Women Have a Real Shot at Flipping GOP Seats

Although the national narrative is “Virginia Dems are in disarray,” there are some bright spots for progressives.

Oct 27, 2021 / Joan Walsh

Why the Superrich Are Flocking to South Dakota

Why the Superrich Are Flocking to South Dakota Why the Superrich Are Flocking to South Dakota

South Dakota has become a tax haven for the wealthy. Here’s how the trust industry gained a foothold.

Oct 25, 2021 / Kalena Thomhave

UAW John Deere Strike

On the John Deere Picket Line in Iowa With UAW Local 281 On the John Deere Picket Line in Iowa With UAW Local 281

With $1.6 billion in profits just in the third quarter of this year, the company has ample time and money to squeeze striking workers—unless national unions step up their support.

Oct 20, 2021 / Column / Dave Leshtz

The Most Progressive Governor In America?

The Most Progressive Governor In America? The Most Progressive Governor In America?

Many who were once skeptical of the former investment banker now admit that New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s policies are compassionate and forward-thinking.

Oct 20, 2021 / Feature / John Nichols

Gary Youngkin

Can “Glenn Trumpkin” Both Embrace and Escape the Disgraced Ex-President? Can “Glenn Trumpkin” Both Embrace and Escape the Disgraced Ex-President?

Running for Virginia governor, Youngkin is trying to have it both ways with the GOP base.

Oct 19, 2021 / Joan Walsh

Bernie Sanders Shows Democrats How to Deal With Joe Manchin

Bernie Sanders Shows Democrats How to Deal With Joe Manchin Bernie Sanders Shows Democrats How to Deal With Joe Manchin

In a Sunday opinion piece, Sanders reminds West Virginians that their senator is blocking Medicare expansion and policies that lift children out of poverty.

Oct 19, 2021 / John Nichols

Why Activists Are Calling on Kathy Hochul to “Free Them All”

Why Activists Are Calling on Kathy Hochul to “Free Them All” Why Activists Are Calling on Kathy Hochul to “Free Them All”

Speaking in midtown Friday, activists called on the New York governor to commute the sentences of abuse victims “as a first step towards reparations.”

Oct 15, 2021 / Victoria Law

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