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Slouching Toward Mar-a-Lago: The Post-Cold-War Consensus Collapses
What's the point of being an American?
Tough Trade Talk Fades as Trump and Pence Toe the Koch Line
While Trump still indulges in occasional tough talk about trade, his policies have moved dramatically in the Kochs' direction.
Keeping the Wealthy Healthy — and Everyone Else Waiting
A veteran journalist tells the story behind what may be the most troubling report yet of “concierge care.”
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Three Trump Speeches and the Death of a Nation
In just a short time, through actions and especially words, this presidency has diminished us as a people.
Medicaid Survived the Health Care Battle — Now Let’s Give It to Everyone
We should ditch employer-provided insurance. Administrative costs for Medicaid are nearly half of the cost of private sector plans. Yes, half.
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We Shouldn’t Trust Tech Industry Billionaires to Lead the Way on Immigrants’ Rights
Silicon Valley has a history of lobbying for immigration rights, which has culminated in a number of technocratic Obama-era bills.
Trump’s New Surgeon General Should See Climate Change as a Global Health Issue
Studies show a clear link between climate change and negative health outcomes.
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Very Normal
As Sessions Ramps Up Drug War, People Inside US Prisons Speak Out
Attorney General Jeff Sessions recently announced a policy of maximum penalties for all drug crimes, even low-level offenses.
The Sport of Plutocrats: Golf Is Trump
Donald Trump has just one thing in common with past American presidents: golf.