News in Brief Celebrating Independence Day in America in 2019 For the Fourth of July, we're highlighting some of our favorite Pacific Standard stories on expressions of patriotism and American identity. Kelley Czajka
News in Brief The (Short) PS Interview Beyond Red and Blue: America’s Seven Political Tribes New research finds a majority of Americans are tired of political polarization, and are looking for compromise. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief How Christian Nationalism Begets Political Conservatism New research finds that fused identity apparently produces a predisposition toward authoritarianism and support for punitive punishments. Tom Jacobs
Education The Crisis in Political Science Education Political science professors are increasingly being forced to choose which form of inclusivity to prioritize. That decision will have a large impact on the face of higher education for decades to come. Seth Masket
Social Justice Pakistan Passes a Transgender Rights Law The landmark legislation gives citizens the right to choose their gender identity and to have it recognized on official documents such as passports. Rebecca Worby
Social Justice Canada’s National Anthem Becomes Gender Neutral The Canadian Senate passed a bill on Wednesday that alters the English-language version of O Canada to become gender neutral. Candace Butera
Education Looking Toward a Bright Future Can Change the Present for Low-Income Students A new study shows imagining future success can help with facing everyday challenges for low-income college students. Candace Butera
Social Justice The (Coming) End of Toxic Masculinity New data suggests the future of America is one of inclusivity. That doesn't mean we won't encounter speed bumps getting there. Jared Keller
Social Justice Can Fan Fiction Bridge the Gaps in Sex Education for Marginalized Communities? For anyone who isn't a straight man, sexual education and the media can get sexuality wrong. Fan fiction is helping change that. Christina Tesoro
Social Justice The Return of the One-Named Man After 50 years of a mononymous life, the eldest son of civil rights legend Dick Gregory is ready to make a change. Molly McCluskey