Rights and Democracy
Politicians Are Finally Catching Up on Marijuana
Two-thirds of Americans — and nearly all Democratic presidential candidates — now agree that pot prohibition is more harmful than pot itself.
Pipe Dreams of the Past
Also known as “the right side of history.”
To Clean Up the Planet, Clean Up Washington
We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect our democracy — and our planet.
Bring Back Eisenhower Socialism
Conservatives want you to believe that not having to choose between paying for rent or medicine is Soviet-style tyranny.
Stop Making Women Apologize
Women are socialized from a young age to say “sorry” for simply occupying space. This Women’s History Month, I say no more.
Never Stop Pushing Elected Officials
If you don’t keep on them once they’re elected, you can be sure special interests will.
Walking on Mud
Is it the president’s fault he surrounds himself with liars?
Worse Than the Wall
The agencies that separate families, abuse children, and deport innocent people should be just as toxic as Trump’s wall.
Criticizing Israel Isn’t Anti-Semitic. Here’s What Is.
Pro-Israel politicians don’t speak for young Jews like me. They shouldn’t pretend to.
It’s Not Just Our Planet That Needs a Green New Deal — Our People Do Too
We stood up to our senator to save our future. Will you join us?