How The Titanic Haunts Us
We have good reason to remember the story of what happened to hubristic rich people, and the imprisoned poor, in an enormous opulent floating palace.
Articles by Nathan J. Robinson
The Echoes of Hitler
Reading “Mein Kampf” shows how much continuity there is between the anti-egalitarian Nazi rhetoric that produced the Holocaust and today’s mainstream right-wing beliefs.
Obamacare Scams and the Need For a Public Search Engine
Google’s for-profit search monopoly has turned information access into a corrupt mess. Both healthcare and web searches should be public, not private.
Where The Left Goes Next
We have our work cut out for us. Each of us must resist despondency and find a way to take meaningful action.
Adventures in 19th Century Socialism
H.M. Hyndman was a buffoon and bigot who nevertheless left behind a fascinating account of the early decades of radical politics.
Why Is The Biden Administration Obstructing a Torture Investigation?
If Biden actually believes torture “goes against everything we stand for,” perhaps he should stop having his lawyers stand for it in court.
The Real Problem With Jon Stewart
The Daily Show changed political comedy, but Stewart’s persistent non-partisanship has limited his ability to stay relevant.
Announcement: We Are Resuming Publication
A note to our readers after a 1-month hiatus on what readers can expect from us going forward.