Climate Change Is Becoming a More Polarizing Topic
The gulf between Democrats’ and Republicans’ beliefs on climate change is larger than ever. By Nathan Collins (Photo:…
A Clinton Adviser Weighs in on Society’s Stigma Against Those With Mental Illness
There’s been a lot of political movement lately toward improving services for Americans with mental illness. But does…
Incentives Shouldn’t Shape Public-Assistance Policy
We’re writing laws based on how we think people behave, not how they actually do. By Kalena Thomhave…
Support for Taxing the Rich Is Growing
And that’s the case among members of all political parties. By Martin Hart-Landsberg The top of a form…
A Brief History of Fake Meat
The Impossible Burger may be the first veggie burger that bleeds, but it’s the latest in a long…
The Beef With Beef
In recent years, a number of studies have revealed the massive impact of the livestock industry, and a…
It’s Time to Think Seriously About Our Democracy
Recent developments, like the rise of Donald Trump, suggest that we shouldn’t take our beloved democratic systems for…
Human Rights in Colombia’s City of Women
An hour from Cartagena, the City of Women is a refuge for Colombia’s displaced — and a model for other…
‘Pacific Standard,’ September/October 2016
To get Pacific Standard in print or digital formats, subscribe now. Pacific Standard, September/October 2016. (Photo: Sam Kaplan;…
Rap Music Remains Uniquely Threatening
Listeners are more likely to assume violent lyrics are autobiographical if they’re identified with the genre. By Tom…