The Wisconsin Idea

Labor

“Social Poetics” Uncovers the Poetry of Everyday Workers

Mark Novak’s new book documents how worker-written poetry promotes international solidarity among workers

Harris Feinsod

Feature

We Need a Truth and Reconciliation Process for the Trump Era

When the post-Trump moment comes, there will be a temptation to turn the page. Instead, we need deep reflection.

K. Sabeel Rahman

Labor

Coronavirus Shows Capitalism Is a Razor’s Edge

Sarah Lazare

Feature

Why People From Around the World Have Volunteered for Bernie Sanders

"It affects all of us," says Arturo, a volunteer who hails from Spain.

Gabe Levine-Drizin

Viewpoint

Despite His Losses, Bernie Sanders’ Agenda Is Winning

While Sanders lost in Michigan and other states, exit polls show voters want Medicare for All, an economic transformation and a nominee who will run on a progressive platform. Those demands aren’t going anywhere.

Miles Kampf-Lassin

Viewpoint

Austerity Could Make the U.S. Coronavirus Outbreak So Much Worse

The lack of investment in public health, a robust social safety net or universal healthcare system all make the U.S. especially vulnerable to the fast-spreading disease.

Natalie Shure

Labor

Never Forget: Anti-Union Attorneys Also Love Joe Biden

Hamilton Nolan

Feature

CNN’s Coverage of Sanders Was 3X More Negative Than Biden Following Their Big Primary Wins

A tale of two media narratives.

Juan Caicedo and Sarah Lazare

Labor

The Coronavirus Outbreak Shows the Disgrace of Not Guaranteeing Paid Sick Leave

Elise Gould