Did Mindless TV Programs Prime the Pump for Trump?
Why have populist politicians such as Donald Trump risen to prominence and power at this particular point in…
Raise the Minimum Wage, Lower the Teen Birth Rate
Teenage motherhood can be problematic for a variety of reasons. Women who have children that early in life…
Choosing to Be Childless Comes at a Cost
New research finds surprisingly negative attitudes toward adults who opt out of having kids.
To Resist Trump, Change the Narrative
The racial resentment that fueled his candidacy is rooted in tales that portray certain groups as threatening. We need new stories, one political scientist says.
Exit, Stage White
For American regional theaters, diversifying their audiences will mean the difference between life and death. But it's not simple or easy.
Smart, Emotionally Stable People Enjoy Morbid Humor
A taste for the grotesque is no reason for embarrassment.
What Will a Trump Presidency Look Like?
A University of Chicago law professor foresees a potential disconnect between image and reality.
ADHD Kids, Homeless Adults?
New research adds an unexpected predictor of homelessness to an already-lengthy list.