Thomas Frank on Populism, Cool Brands, and the Problem With the Democratic Party
The author of “Listen, Liberal” and “What’s the Matter With Kansas?” shares his thoughts on the slow, ugly decline of the American empire.
Articles by Nathan J. Robinson
The Library of Books By Current Affairs Interview Guests
Dozens of great authors have been interviewed for Current Affairs. If you’re looking to read something new and insightful, check out one of these titles.
The Insidious Influence of the Arms Industry on Foreign Policy
Nobody with any affiliation to a weapons company should be allowed to hold government office.
How the Media Cracks Down on Critics of Israel
I was fired as a newspaper columnist after I joked about U.S. military aid to Israel on social media.
The Horrible Politics of $1,400 Checks
Why on earth would Democrats not pass $2,000 checks as promised?
The Definitive Case for ‘Medicare For All’
A new book from healthcare experts Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Micah Johnson makes it clear that M4A is possible in the present—and more urgent than ever.
Professor Elizabeth Anderson on Workplace Democracy and Feminist Philosophy
A fulfilling life requires more than a certain amount of stuff—people also need control over decisions that affect them.
Should Journalists Have Politics?
If a publication wants to be trusted, it can start by being honest about its perspective.