The Wisconsin Idea

Feature

The DNC’s New Finance Chair Embodies Everything the Left Hates About the Democratic Establishment

It’s not just his past criticisms of Bernie Sanders: Chris Korge has a long history of undermining the party’s progressive wing.

Branko Marcetic

Feature

What Makes Illinois’ Marijuana Legalization Bill So Progressive

The legislation, expected to be signed into law by the governor, takes steps towards rectifying the harms of the drug war.

Ramenda Cyrus

Feature

Lori Lightfoot Campaign Staffers Disappointed by Her Stance on Cop Academy

Sources close to Lightfoot’s campaign say some former staffers were disappointed by her apparent support for investment in further police training facilities.

Sabrina Gunter

Labor

American Airlines Mechanics Are Threatening the “Bloodiest, Ugliest Battle” in Labor History

Michael Arria

Feature

Sanctions Are Economic Warfare

Sanctions are a violent tool of U.S. control. And now this tool is in Trump's hands.

Gabe Levine-Drizin

Labor

Trump’s Trade War with China Benefits Big Corporations—Not Ordinary Workers

Dean Baker

Feature

10 Stats That Disprove Trump’s Claim We’re Enjoying the “Best Economy & Jobs EVER”

This much is clear: The Trickle-Down Effect doesn’t work.

In These Times Staff

Culture

Why We Should All Be Using the Framework of Reproductive Justice

Amid widespread attacks on bodily autonomy, an intersectional approach can help guide our response.

In These Times Editors

Viewpoint

Donald Trump’s Path to Victory

This is how the GOP plans to re-elect Trump in 2020.

Joel Bleifuss