The Meaning of Theresa May
Theresa May as prime minister, like Thatcher before her, represents a woman given equal opportunity to oppress other women.
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Remembering a Dutch Partisan
Truus Menger-Oversteegen was part of a generation that sacrificed everything to fight Nazism and build a better world.
In Defense of Busing
Busing wasn't an experiment imposed by elites; it was part of a grassroots movement demanding quality education for all.
Ending the Violence
Genuine public safety and social justice will come from projects that build popular consensus and organize for real power.
Fake Controversy, Terrible Comedy
The new Ghostbusters isn’t a feminist triumph. It’s just a bad movie.
Celebrating Defeat
The proposed CUNY contract is no victory — a just settlement will come only through struggle.
Yes, Philando Castile Was Killed for the Color of His Skin
We can't talk about police brutality without talking about white supremacy.
Terror and Politics in Bangladesh
Outside commentators have failed to understand the recent Bangladeshi terror attacks in the country's political context.
Battling Convention
Inside the police's playbook for repressing protests at national conventions.
What Happened in Turkey?
Turkey's failed military coup wasn't in service of democracy — but neither is Erdoğan's countercoup.
The Problem With Gun Control
Homophobic and racist violence won't be fixed by heavily armed police or discriminatory gun control.