The Wisconsin Idea

Viewpoint

We Forgot To End Poverty

Poverty remains at record highs. Is that because welfare reform failed, or because it succeeded all too well?

Chris Rhomberg

Christmas Behind Bars

George Lavender

Labor

‘Right to Work’ Benefits CEOs, Not Workers

Leo Gerard, United Steelworkers President

Feature

Why Are We Kicking Up Such a Fuss About The Interview?

This isn't the first case of cyberterrorism this year, but it's by far the most decried.

Jude Ellison Sady Doyle

Feature

The Iraq and Afghanistan Wars Began in Panama

Twenty-five years ago this month, the U.S. invaded Panama. It became the blueprint for America's wars in the Middle East.

Greg Grandin

Labor

How 13 Complaints Against McDonald’s Could Help Millions Unionize

David Moberg

Comics

The Truth About Torture Defense

Matt Bors

Feature

2015: The Year the Climate Justice Movement Gains the Upper Hand?

Despite the doom and gloom about our impending climate catastrophe, the past year actually saw some incredibly hopeful—and growing—climate activism.

Rebecca Solnit

Labor

Temple’s Adjunct Faculty to Join Thousands of Others in Citywide Union

Kevin Solari