Nader Calls for a New 1 Percent
In his latest book, the critic and activist proposes the creation and activation of a new 1 percent—one that will expose “conditions of deprivation and abuse” and champion “basic fair play.”
Obama Bids Farewell With An Indirect Warning Of Trump’s Threat To Democracy
President Barack Obama on Tuesday issued a rallying cry to preserve and protect U.S. democracy, urging Americans to remain “vigilant, but not afraid” and to reject complacency and fear.
Obama’s Quiet Climate Legacy: A $5 Trillion College Divestment Campaign
Inspired by a president they propelled to office, college students have led a successful effort to pressure institutions to divest from fossil fuels.
Oregon standoff
“Oregon standoff: A timeline of how the confrontation unfolded” This issue is close to home for us…
Overeating Is Responsible For An Insane 10% Of Global Food Waste
Gluttony: bad for your health, and bad for global hunger.
Post-Fascist Europe Tells Us Exactly How to Defend Our Democracy
Have your passports ready, watch your language, and other advice from a Yale history professor.
Progressives Are the New Silent Majority
Most Americans actually prefer progressive policies — so how did we get here?
Should You Take Melatonin for Insomnia?
Insomnia is a very common medical condition in today’s high-stress world. Aside from prescription drugs, you may have been curious about over-the-counter melatonin supplements. But do they work? Are they safe?
Solidarity—Plus 10 Other Reasons Women Showed Up to March
The Women’s March on Washington illustrated the wide variety of issues women are concerned about in the years ahead with Donald Trump.
The Importance of Awe
Can Kids today still experience the “11th emotion,” the key to loving astronomy?