The Hidden Pronatalist Agenda Behind the Right's Attack on Education
From government-mandated menstruation classes to canceling student loan forgiveness, the campaign for more babies goes beyond banning abortion.
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Molly Crabapple on the Jewish Left that History Forgot
The NYT best-selling author explains why a century-old socialist movement offers a powerful alternative to Zionism.
The Left Is Rising
Electoral victories by socialists around the country show that the Democratic establishment is weak and can be overthrown.
We’re All Trapped in Capitalism’s Backrooms
An internet urban legend, now a hit horror movie, shows the vast, meaningless maze behind modern life.
The Most American Show on TV is About Hating Your Neighbors
HBO's wildly entertaining docuseries turns petty disputes into a revealing portrait of modern life.
The Silence on Climate Change Is Totally Unacceptable
The science hasn’t changed. The urgency only increases. The public wants action. So why are politicians sticking their heads in the sand?
The Boss, Me, Our Fathers, and the Downtrodden
A former New Jersey state trooper reflects on following his father into law enforcement—and why he soon walked away from the badge.
A Trillion Dollars Isn’t Worth It If You Have to Be Elon Musk
Despite all his wealth, Musk’s existence is a cautionary tale.