A New Democracy or a New Oligarchy?
Recent elections in Nepal may further entrench divisions that have stalled democratic progress for a decade.
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The End of the Old Brigade
Gerry Adams is stepping down as Sinn Féin president — what legacy will his long leadership leave behind?
Workers Win Big in Ontario
In Ontario, the Fight for $15 just won a huge victory.
Why They Hate Us
The US dropped napalm on civilians and leveled entire cities during the Korean War. That's why North Korea is so hostile to America.
Will the Saudis Go to War?
The Persian Gulf may be on the brink of a new regional war.
Cartoons and Class Struggle
In 1941, Disney animators walked off work to demand that the New Deal be brought to the Magic Kingdom.
Why Are Rich People So Anxious?
What happens when your moral code is tied to the bottom line.
The Postal Banking Solution
The post office can offer financial services that private banks won’t. In fact, it's done it before.
How the Rich Stay Rich
A peek inside the world of wealth managers, offshore tax havens, and the uber-wealthy.
We Know What the Problem Is
Say it together: top incomes are being driven by capital.
Donald Trump’s Reactionary Mind
Burke, Hayek... Trump? Yes, The Donald fits well within the right-wing tradition.
The Roots of Spanish Rage
As Spain prepares to mark the anniversary of Franco’s death, what is behind its latest upsurge in nationalism?