The Surprisingly Complicated Politics of Richard Burton
On the surface, “Mr. Burton” looks like just another celebrity biopic. But the legendary actor’s life tells us a lot about class, empire, and sexuality in the 20th century.
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Yes, Please Call It the War Department
Donald Trump has abandoned the myth that the U.S. military is engaged in “defense.” Good. That will make it easier to defund.
Who Will Stand Up Against the President’s Lawless Killings?
From North Korea to the Caribbean to Yemen, Trump claims the right to murder whoever he wants, whenever he wants. Where is the opposition to this outrageous criminality?
Omar Fateh Has All the Right Enemies
With virulent racists attacking him from one side, and sleazy establishment Democrats from the other, Fateh’s opponents represent everything wrong with American politics.
Political Elites Just Make Up New Enemies Whenever They Need Them
Rahm Emanuel encourages us to fear China solely because this would unify the country. But what is the threat?
Eric Adams is a Shameless Crook and a True Weirdo
From his bizarre antics to his outright corruption, Adams is a true creature of New York City—one who’s changed the city forever.
The Great British Political Prank
People in the United Kingdom really know how to make fun of their ruling class. Here in the States, we could learn something from them.