Can We Still Save U.S. Democracy?
Voting rights reform has died an ignoble death in Congress. The way forward isn鈥檛 clear or inspiring, but at least we still have one.
Democracy
Citizens Wanted Fairer Electoral Districts. Politicians 鈥� Not So Much
The redistricting cycle of 2022 has been marked by numerous voter suppression laws, lawsuits against them, and citizen involvement in drawing new maps.
What They Knew: The U.S. Government and the Climate Crisis
In a new book, Gus Speth charts 50 years of the U.S. government鈥檚 role in causing global warming.
How India鈥檚 Farmers Launched a Movement Against Modi鈥檚 Farm Bills鈥攁nd Won
Hundreds of thousands of Indian farmers spent a year relentlessly protesting the Modi government鈥檚 push to corporatize Indian agriculture. Their fight offers a model for social movements worldwide.
A Year Later, Justice for the Insurrection Remains Elusive
White rage and violence in American society are age-old phenomena. It should not surprise us that the wheels of justice are moving so slowly to respond to last year鈥檚 D.C. riots.
The Jan. 6 Insurrection Showed Us the Limits of Polarization
Not all political polarization is bad鈥攕ome of it is inevitable in a healthy democracy. But the U.S. is not a healthy democracy.
Trustworthy News for a New Normal
For a new normal based on democratic principles, we need a vigilant and truly free press.
Radicals Go Caroling: The Untold Story of Progressive Choirs
If you are wondering whether a political movement is effective, follow the music.
How Outreach and Deep Canvassing Can Change Rural Politics
In North Carolina, progressive activists reach out to rural voters as an overlooked segment of the electorate.
Does the Supreme Court鈥檚 Power Pose a Threat to Its Legitimacy?
A court seen as becoming increasingly politicized in ways unpopular to the majority of Americans risks decades of reputational damage.
To Resist Tyranny, Cross Social Boundaries
A graphic edition of 鈥淥n Tyranny鈥� draws democracy lessons from the 20th century.
Exhausted by Toxic Politics? There鈥檚 a Way Forward
Research shows that polarized political discourse is actually addictive. We need a mass movement to break the cycle.
Call for Submissions: The Personal Journeys Issue
Send us your leads and pitches by Oct. 22.
As Communities of Color Grow, Racial Gerrymandering Takes Center Stage
Politicians are redrawing electoral maps to reflect new census data. Activists are trying to make sure they do it fairly.
What Democrats Can Learn from California鈥檚 Failed Recall
California Gov. Gavin Newsom emerged from a recall election on Sept. 14, 2021, as the big winner, having secured a heavy majority of the vote. But while most eyes were on the
California鈥檚 Recall Election Is a Wake-Up Call for Democrats
If Tuesday鈥檚 recall vote in California passes, the Golden State will go the way of Texas, and Democrats will have only themselves to blame.
How Young Voters Are Fighting Back Against Voter Suppression
Many organizations that have long advocated for young voters are now finding they need to push back against restrictive new state laws.
What Does the Taliban Stand For Today?
Can the Taliban鈥檚 less-extreme public statements be trusted? Afghans and regional experts are skeptical as the extremist group retakes control of Afghanistan amid the departure of U.S. and NATO forces.
What the Taliban Takeover Means for Women
The Taliban "has not changed," say women facing subjugation in areas of Afghanistan under its rule.
The Fall of Afghanistan: 5 Essential Reads
Afghanistan experts offer insight into the Taliban鈥攖hen and now鈥攁nd explain the United States鈥� role in Afghanistan鈥檚 collapse.
The Fight to Protect Voting Rights Enters the Next Round
Congress members getting arrested is nothing new. It鈥檚 just the latest iteration of suppressing Black people鈥檚 voting rights.
How Women of Color in Congress Are Pushing a Grassroots Agenda
Despite roadblocks, the 鈥淪quad鈥� has pushed progressive legislation, scrutinized the powerful, and changed the conversation around who gets to hold political power.
What Does Joe Manchin Want? Ask a West Virginian
The senior U.S. senator from West Virginia harks back to a time when Democrats embraced working class values and looked to local leaders.
Does Every Vote Still Count?
Democrats don鈥檛 seem too worried about the current Republican war on voting rights. They should be.
The Seven Deadly Sins of Politi-Speak
If we want to bridge political divides, we can start by being mindful of the words we use.
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