Why Aren't Dems in Congress Raising More Hell to Oppose the Worst GOP Tax Bill Ever?

By Steven Rosenfeld, AlterNet

Could congressional Democrats be showing their fealty to corporate America?  READ MORE»

5 Worst Media Moments of Last Week

By Adam Johnson, AlterNet

Alt-right Twitter meltdowns and more.  READ MORE»

The Dark Side: Seattle, Capital of the Hipster Boom

By Benoit Breville, Le Monde diplomatique

Seattle has monetized creativity, tolerance and diversity to create wealth for a few, and employment for young graduates. It may have lost itself in the process.  READ MORE»

That Ethical, Sustainable Chocolate You Love? It May Be a Fraud

By Melissa Kravitz, AlterNet

Food fraud is a major issue, particularly in organic products. READ MORE»

The Problem With Fake News Is That 'People Want to Consume Information That Makes Them Feel Good, Because It Reaffirms Their Worldview'

By Amanda Marcotte, Salon

The challenge is that people’s relationship to information is entirely emotional. Disinformation agencies understand that psychology.  READ MORE»

This Is What Patriarchy Looks Like

By Adele M. Stan, The American Prospect

Patriarchy is neither Democrat nor Republican. But only one party bakes it into its brand.  READ MORE»

Here Are 5 Reasons I Am Actually Thankful for Trump

By D. Watkins, Salon

I know you are wondering if I've lost mind. I'm proud to tell you: not yet.  READ MORE»

The Teaching of Evolution Banned in Turkey, While Conservatives Work Hard to Erode the Role of Science in U.S. Schools

By Matthew James Seidel, AlterNet

In both countries, religious extremists are expanding schools that privilege religion over science. READ MORE»

How Cult Leaders Like Charles Manson Exploit a Basic Psychological Need

By Lou Manza, The Conversation

He promised his followers love and comfort in exchange for their freedom.  READ MORE»

Former GOP Attorney General Calls Sessions' War on Weed a Waste of Time

By Melina Delkic, Newsweek

The Justice Department should have higher priorities, says Bush Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. READ MORE»

While Clinching Deals With Communist China, Trump Cracks Down on Trade and Travel to Cuba

By Medea Benjamin , AlterNet

Our president turns a blind eye to human rights abuses when there's money to be made.  READ MORE»

EBay Is Outselling the Dark Web in Illegal Wildlife Trade

By Jack Elliott Marley, AlterNet

Traders in rhino horn, elephant ivory and other illegal animal parts are hiding in plain sight online. READ MORE»

Meat-Eaters Have Significantly Higher Blood Pressure Than Vegetarians, Vegans

By Dr. Neal Barnard, AlterNet

Yet another reason to break our unhealthy love affair with meat. READ MORE»