Kavanaugh’s Record Shows a Disregard for Immigrants — and the Law
Author Tom Jawetz details Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh's long record of denying immigrants basic legal rights.
The Pros and Cons of a Korean War Peace Treaty
Author Abigail Bard explains why the United States must ensure that any treaty with North Korea contributes meaningfully to peace on the Korean Peninsula.
It’s time to end America’s war in Afghanistan
Author Michael Fuchs urges the United States to end its war in Afghanistan in order to preserve America's resources and strategic focus in the face of more pressing national security threats.
Yes, Paul Manafort is on trial for crimes in the U.S. But his work in Ukraine helped to destroy a country.
Author Diana Pilipenko discusses former Trump campaign Chairman Paul Manafort, his shady dealings in Ukraine, and what portends for his trial moving forward.
Five Reasons for the Global Pushback on New Iran Sanctions
Author Lawrence J. Korb discusses the Trump administration's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, its reimposition of sanctions on Iran, and why other nations are pushing back.
6 Ways Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court Confirmation Could Threaten Latinos
Author Angel Mendez-Flores discusses Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh's judicial record on immigration, reproductive rights, health care, voting rights, and other issues, as well as the threat it poses to the Latino community.
Watchdog or lapdog? Why authoritarian leaders like to brand the media as ‘enemy of the people’
Author Gautam Adhikari discusses the significance of President Trump's efforts to delegitimize the media by branding it as the "enemy of the people."
Education Strengthening Career and Technical Education
Author Laura Jimenez discusses why state high schools should be given adequate resources to prepare all students for both college and their careers.
All the ways Brett Kavanaugh is going to help Betsy DeVos
Author Scott Sargrad discusses how Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation may help Education Secretary Betsy DeVos' efforts to promote school vouchers, dismantle civil rights protections, and defend for-profit colleges at the expense of students and taxpayers.
China’s Aggressive Surveillance Technology Will Spread Beyond Its Borders
Authors Daniel Benaim and Hollie Russon Gilman discuss why it's time for liberal democracies to begin grappling with the challenges that technology poses to individual freedom.
Water Wars on the Nile
Authors Daniel Benaim and Michael Wahid Hanna discuss how water scarcity and Middle Eastern influence are reshaping Northeast Africa.
3 Things to Know About Iraq’s Protests
Authors Daniel Benaim and Minna Jaffery discuss three major takeaways from the Iraq protests in the midst of postelection negotiations among the country's political leaders.
The State Lawsuit That Could Set a Precedent for Nationwide Student-Loan Refunds
Authors Natalia Abrams and Senya Merchant discuss California state's lawsuit against student loan company Navient and the implications on efforts to hold abusive student loan companies accountable if California wins.
Focus on Wages, Not Job and GDP Figures, to Determine True Health of Economy
Author Daniella Zessoules urges readers to focus on wages—not job and GDP numbers—to measure the true health of the U.S. economy.
States Have a Right to Protect Citizens From Air Pollution. But the EPA Disagrees
Author Alison Cassady discusses the Trump administration's proposal to freeze federal vehicle efficiency standards, benefitting the oil industry at the expense of states' rights, automobile workers, and consumers.