Trump, in CIA visit, attacks media for coverage of his inaugural crowds
Trump delivered a campaign-style, stream-of-consciousness airing of grievances — at the Senate for delaying confirmation of his nominees; at critics for questioning whether he is smart and vigorous; and at journalists, whom he called “the most dishonest human beings on earth” and accused of lying about the size of his inauguration crowd.
Standing Rock and the Return of the Nonviolent Campaign
There’s something even better than electoral politics and one-off protests when mobilizing citizen power.
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.”
3 Ways Progressives Can Reconnect With Rural America
First, understand the environment is not only about climate change—it’s about livelihood for miners, drillers, loggers, and farmers like me.
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.
Bipartisan Anger Grows Over Russian Interference Into U.S. Election
Republican and Democratic senators say it must not become a “partisan issue.”
What the 1% Don’t Want You to Know
In this video, economist Paul Krugman explains how the United States is becoming an oligarchy – the very system our founders revolted against.