In bestselling novelist Barry Eisler’s new book “The System,” an idealistic young Representative discovers how power and propaganda really work.

The former United Nations diplomat explains growing plutocracy in the U.S., rapid economic progress in Asia, and why there’s still hope for a better world.

The author and economist explains why capitalism doesn’t make life better, why Trump is slapping tariffs on everyone, and how to understand money and power.

Philosopher, activist, and public intellectual Dr. Cornel West discusses the nihilism gripping our ruling class, the failures of the Democratic Party, and why resistance requires moral courage, historical memory, and a radical commitment to love.

The former aide who revealed Cuomo’s misconduct joins Current Affairs to explain how he tried to silence his accusers and critics.

Tacky, trashy, and chaotic, New Orleans' most famous street is actually a special, complex, fascinating place, argues historian Richard Campanella.

As the Trump era brings more and more disasters, lifelong activist and author Ralph Nader reminds us that everyone can—and should—demand a greater say in their government.

Honor Cargill-Martin, a historian of the ancient world, discusses how myths about the Roman empire originated and continue to warp our political discourse.