The Problem With Work
Work is burdensome, and labor is exploitative. Life is what’s left over.
Articles in Culture & Politics (52)
The Attempt to Justify Mass Killing
Political commentator Konstantin Kisin says he has heard both sides and carefully concluded that Israel’s war in Gaza is just. Let’s examine his arguments.
Trump’s McDonald’s Stunt was an Insult to Real Workers
In the struggle for a living wage and a safe workplace, Trump is on the side of the bosses. Don’t let him tell you otherwise.
Why Foreign Policy is the Biggest Issue This November
From Gaza to Ukraine, this election will have world-spanning consequences. Now more than ever, we need to push for an anti-war, anti-imperial foreign policy.
Is Kamala Blowing It?
Her campaign began with huge fanfare. Now she’s slipping in the polls and making seemingly obvious mistakes. What’s going on?
The Scandal of America's Apartheid Education System
Education critic and activist Jonathan Kozol on America's unequal public school system and what we can do about it.
What is the Myth of American Idealism?
The Current Affairs editors talk to Nathan J. Robinson about his new book, co-written with Noam Chomsky, detailing how US foreign policy endangers the world.
The Poisoning of Flint
Investigative journalist Jordan Chariton explains how powerful forces conspired to poison the Flint water supply and why it's still being covered up.