Bernie's Big Speech Argued That Democratic Socialism Is the Only Path to Freedom
On Wednesday, Sanders picked up the mantle from FDR, arguing that only democratic socialism can provide true freedom—and a bulwark against despotism.
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It's Corruption, Not Socialism, That Brought Down Venezuela
Four scholars explain why the failure of Venezuela is due to corruption—not to universal health care.
How to Make Motherhood Easier in America
Three new books explore how and why our society is structured to make being a mother so hard.
How Do We Take Down Rape Culture? Telling Stories Is Just the Beginning.
Considering a new anthology of stories about rape culture—and two other anthologies about how to end it.
How Leftist Activists Can Avoid Burnout Under Trump
A new book offers an alternative to the kinds of "rigid radicalism" that tend to wear you out.
Mr. Robot Is Not Your Socialist Hero
Can any show with an extraordinary hero advance egalitarian politics?
What's Behind the Political Unrest in Venezuela?
Bombastic politicians, international isolation, and an over-dependence on oil have led the Maduro government to a point of no return.
Nazis and Health Care
Some opponents of the president's health care efforts liken it to totalitarian states. But what was health care policy like under, say, the Nazis?