Is Hillary Clinton Running Away From Political Reality?

Les Leopold, AlterNet

Runaway inequality is the key issue that connects so many of our problems. READ MORE»

The Political Scenarios Leading to Wild Conventions . . . and Maybe an Unhappy Ending for President

Robert Kuttner, The American Prospect

This is a revolutionary year, but revolutions fail more often than they succeed. READ MORE»

This U.S. City Is Still Incredibly Segregated, and It's No Coincidence

Natalie Moore, St. Martin's Press

White institutions created it, white institutions maintain it, and white society condones it. READ MORE»

Most Trump Voters Say Whites Are 'Losing out'–and, in a Way, They Are

By Robyn Pennacchia, The Frisky

Trump's candidacy is reviving latent racism among white men who see equality as a threat.  READ MORE»

Donald Trump’s Reign of Bullsh*t: He’s Not Lying to Us, He’s Just Completely Full of It

By Eldar Sarajlic , Salon

There's a difference between a liar and a bullshitter -- and it helps explain the essence of Donald Trump. READ MORE»

Startling Fact: Women in Prison Are More Likely Than Men to Have Been Abused and More

By Susan Buttenwieser, Women's Media Center

Women behind bars are more likely than men to have experienced child abuse, substance abuse, or have a family member in prison.  READ MORE»

'Labor for Bernie' Activists Take the Political Revolution Into Their Unions

By Rand Wilson, Labor Notes

The all-volunteer Labor for Bernie operation has come a long way, growing to include tens of thousands of union members. READ MORE»

Texas Mothers Jailed Five Days in Louisiana Over Two Hot Dogs

By Bill Quigley, AlterNet

Despite flimsy evidence, two Texas mothers could not afford bail and so suffered days in a notorious prison. READ MORE»

This Is How They Gutted North Carolina and This Is the Man Who Might Save It

By Paul Rosenberg, Salon

The right gerrymandered North Carolina with dark money. It worked—but William J. Barber II won't let it stand. READ MORE»

5 Things Science Says Will Make You Happier

By Kira M. Newman, YES! Magazine

Happy people are healthier, make more money, and live longer. Thankfully researchers say it’s something we can cultivate with practice. Here’s how. READ MORE»

As Haiti Political Crisis Deepens, International Organizations Reducing Aid Just as the Country Needs It Most

By Jake Johnston, AlterNet

Economic growth is stagnant and millions of Haitians are facing food shortages after a series of droughts in the countryside. READ MORE»