The Sophist and The Magician
Understanding how we can be manipulated helps us pull back the curtain on charlatans and can even protect democracy.
Articles in Culture & Politics (187)
How Bad Bureaucracy Sabotages Democracy
It’s not an accident that applying for subsidized housing or disability insurance is such a nightmare.
The Case for Forcing a Floor Vote on Medicare for All
Briahna Joy Gray on why forcing Pelosi into a floor vote is one important part of a broader strategy for building progressive power.
When History Happens
Editor Lyta Gold reflects on the writings of Connie Willis and the heroes of history.
How SEO Is Gentrifying the Internet
Discover the one weird trick that’s ruining everything you love about being online.
European History Quiz for Proud Defenders of Western Civilization
No trick questions or your money back guaranteed.*
The Limits of Liberal Comedy
Why are liberals detrimentally unfunny, and what’s the left’s stake in comedy?
(How) Should Class War Go Global? Building an Anti-Corporate Left Internationalism
In the last century or so, global solidarity has all but dried up. As each day holds new injustices, its revival is our best hope.