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May 22, 2022

His book may not put forward plausible solutions. Its most important feature is, instead, an air of expertise.

by Andre Pagliarini

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At a time of upheaval, we want to believe that better leaders have the power to change the course of history. But counterfactuals are never simple.

by Priya Satia

Clintonites taught their party how to talk about helping people without actually doing it.

by Alex Pareene

The author of âAmerican Fascismâ on the relationship between our rigged political system and abortion, same-sex marriage, and contraceptive rights.

by Michael Tomasky

From the Archives:

When newspapers skimp on local coverage, who will hold lawmakers accountable?

by Chris Lehmann

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