The Wisconsin Idea

Culture

What the Civil War Can Teach Us About Trying to Compromise With Trump

A new history of the antebellum period shows us how remaining moderate can mean letting human rights violations drag on for far too long.

Phyllis Eckhaus

Viewpoint

There Are Limits to Government Spending, But We Haven’t Reached Them Yet

Max B. Sawicky

Viewpoint

Yes, the Federal Government Can Just Print Money

The U.S. government can dramatically increase spending without raising taxes.

Pavlina R. Tcherneva

Culture

What If Everyone Got $100 To Donate to the Candidate of Their Choice?

Democracy vouchers, explained,

In These Times Editors

Labor

When Your Boss Locks You Out for Nearly 6 Months and Cuts Off Your Healthcare

Michael Sainato

Viewpoint

States Can Break Up Big Banks. Here’s How.

A healthy economy has no need for mega-banks.

Dave Kamper

Labor

The Forgotten Wildcat Strikes That Swept the Country During WWI

Robert Ovetz

Viewpoint

Here’s How Blue States Can Pave the Way for Medicare for All

Democrats were elected on promises of affordable healthcare. This is what states can do even under Trump.

David Dayen

Viewpoint

Our Freshwater Emergency Is Worse Than You Think

How blue state governors can address a sprawling national water crisis.

Laura Orlando