How Trump Used Facebook in 2016 and Why That Tactic Is Coming to Every Important Race This Year

By Steven Rosenfeld, AlterNet

Political campaigns have learned to use social media to bully, intimidate and spread misinformation. READ MORE»

What the Media Missed About the West Virginia Teachers Strike

By Jennifer Berkshire, AlterNet

West Virginia teachers share the lessons from their nine-day walkout. READ MORE»

Is the #MeToo Movement Leaving Black Muslim Women Behind?

By Vanessa Taylor, AlterNet

Despite the larger movement addressing campus sexual assault, black Muslim women still share their experiences in whispers.  READ MORE»

This Is How Trump Won Mindless Loyalty From Millions of Americans

By Jeremy Sherman, AlterNet

The simple, surefire formula for sycophants.  READ MORE»

Sen. Sanders, Sen. Warren and Michael Moore Invite Entire Nation to a Live Town Hall Meeting on Wealth and Income Inequality

By April M. Short, AlterNet

It's a national meeting on the decline of the middle class and rise of oligarchy.  READ MORE»

Booze and Basketball: Why Binge Drinking Increases During March Madness

By Dustin R. Wright, Benjamin Cowan, Jadrian Wooten, The Conversation

Students tend to tipple more when their team is in the tournament.  READ MORE»

The Western Notion of Development Is Destroying the Planet: So What Are the Alternatives?

By Allen White, AlterNet

As capitalist industrialization worsens inequality and environmental degradation, the search is on for new models. READ MORE»

A Tale of Two Cities: How San Francisco and Burlington Are Shaping America's Low-Carbon Future

By Kyra Appleby, AlterNet

Cities are vital to the transition to a low-carbon economy. READ MORE»

Donald Trump's Trade Wars Hurt America's Credibility

By Nomi Prins, Truthdig

We're hurting our allies and empowering our enemies. READ MORE»

Trump and His Supporters: A Dangerous Cycle Of 'Collective Narcissism'

By Chauncey DeVega, Salon

Trump’s Pennsylvania rally offered greatest hits and a preview of his 2020 campaign. It could be uglier than ever  READ MORE»

The Sick Paying for the Healthy: How Insurance Companies Drive Up Drug Prices

By Mike Ludwig, Truthout

The system is crumbling over its own rate.  READ MORE»

Europe's Top 5 Cities for Cocaine, Ecstasy and Speed Use

By Phillip Smith, AlterNet

Wastewater analysis can reveal many things, including the continent's partying hot spots.  READ MORE»