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Political Activism on Social Media Has Grown Some Teeth
Social media is being galvanized to change public opinion, mobilize activists, and shape public policy.
Party Nominations After Trump: This Could Be Just the Beginning of a New Age of Celebrity Candidates
Interviews with political activists suggest they think it's time to reconsider just what sorts of candidates should be nominated for office.
Has Trump Killed Political Discourse in the Classroom?
Fearful of the potential for bitter debate around the president and his policies, school administrations around the country have resorted to shutting down student discourse.
Meet the Ordinary Americans Running for Congress in Response to Trump: Derrick Crowe
With the 2018 mid-terms still well over a year away, the field of congressional candidates is already becoming crowded with no-name insurgents. Pacific Standard spoke with a few of those novices about their decision to run.
Meet the Ordinary Americans Running for Congress in Response to Trump: Randy Wadkins
With the 2018 mid-terms still well over a year away, the field of congressional candidates is already becoming crowded with no-name insurgents. Pacific Standard spoke with a few of those novices about their decision to run.
Meet the Ordinary Americans Running for Congress in Response to Trump: Brianna Wu
With the 2018 mid-terms still well over a year away, the field of congressional candidates is already becoming crowded with no-name insurgents. Pacific Standard spoke with a few of those novices about their decision to run.
A Handbook for Separating Truth From ‘Alternative Facts’
In his new book, science journalist Dave Levitan identifies 12 ways that politicians have historically denied hard science.
Leaked Trump Budget Cuts the Nation’s Drug-Law Coordinator by 94 Percent
The Trump administration wants to cut the budget of the Office of National Drug Control Policy to $24 million.
United States Scales Back Participation in Climate Talks
The U.S. is sending just seven individuals to this year's U.N. climate talks.