What a young Yemeni American running for state rep in Michigan says about changing politics nationwide
Civil Rights in America
Posted inLaw and Justice
Free Military Equipment: Parts Not Included
The federal government’s 1033 program masquerades as an operation aimed to support financially distressed local police. But in reality, it’s all about pumping dollars into Big Defense.
Posted inLaw and Justice
The Public Comment Battle to Save American Asylum
A new rule would greatly restrict asylum. Advocates are fighting back with public comments.
Posted inCivil Rights in America
Why We’re Still Fighting the South
The irrepressible conflict continues to be between oligarchy and democracy.
Posted inCivil Rights in America
How New Jersey Became a Vote-by-Mail State
Forced into action by the coronavirus, the Garden State mailed ballots to all eligible voters. Here’s how the largest county handled operations.
Posted inCivil Rights in America
The Structural Violence of Municipal Hoarding
High-wealth communities segregate and protect their treasure from municipal redistribution.
Posted inWorking in America
Reaching Out to the White Working Class
Working America—the AFL-CIO’s campaign among non-union swing voters—has long prioritized discussions on voters’ doorsteps. This year, it may have to find new approaches.
Posted inBooks, Arts and Culture
Finding Hope in America’s Pandemic Dystopia
‘Humankind’ author and historian Rutger Bregman discusses hope for a pro-social society amid simultaneous American and global crises
Posted inPolitics
Some Problems as New Yorkers Go to the Polls
A handful of polling places didn’t open on time, and some voters received partial ballots or none at all.
