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The Media’s Other Crisis in a Trump Age
We need a representative, watchdog press to tell the stories of all Americans with accuracy, depth and empathy.
Voting Laws Roundup 2017
Hundreds of voting and election bills are already circulating in state capitals.
Field of Fright: The Terror Inside Trump’s White House
What kind of national security policy will the Trump administration pursue globally?
Republicans Introduce Bill to “Terminate the Environmental Protection Agency“
On Friday, Florida Republican Matt Gaetz introduced a bill with the aim of abolishing the EPA forever.
Fear in the Age of Trump
Today I write from that place of fear, maybe tomorrow I will write of hope and resistance.
Super Bowl LI: A Guide to Pigskin Politics
The Super Bowl is expected to cost the hosting city of Houston about $5.5 million.
Don’t Call Trump “Crazy”: The Dangers of Pathologizing Bad Politics
In this interview, psychiatrist Allen Frances explains why characterizing Trump as mentally ill is downright dangerous.
You Are the Conscience of This Nation
Nothing in my experience is comparable to what has been taking place across this country.
Why Aren’t the Democrats Doing More to Support the Burgeoning Trump Resistance Movement?
As millions take to the streets, many elected officials are acquiescing on Trump nominees.
Trump’s Proposed Change Would Give Green Light to White Supremacist Violence
Trump's reported plan to change a federal program that combats violent “extremism” looks like a step toward empowering white supremacist groups.