Barry Eisler on Political Thrillers, AOC, and how “The System” Justifies War
In bestselling novelist Barry Eisler’s new book “The System,” an idealistic young Representative discovers how power and propaganda really work.
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Three Traps for Zohran
Mamdani’s primary win was inspiring—but there’s a hard fight ahead, and if he wants to bring real change for New Yorkers, he’ll have to avoid these pitfalls.
You Could Just Not Deport People
The right says that they have no choice but to “enforce the law” and round up those here illegally. False: just give people a way to legalize their status.
Rent Control Is Fine, Actually
Regulating rent prices is often called "bad economics." But it isn't. The effects of rent control are complex.
The Epstein Case Reveals the Fraud of Trumpism
MAGA followers say they want to expose powerful, predatory billionaire elites. But Donald Trump is the exact person who should be their enemy.