Washington State Judge Rules Against Kids in Climate Change Lawsuit
A Washington State judge dismisses climate change lawsuit in a blow to a group of youth activists. While a setback, the activists vow to continue the fight.
What Will Happen If Abortion Legislation Is Turned Back to the States?
Some states’ laws are already cutting access to reproductive health care. What can the rest of the US expect if a conservative SCOTUS tips the balance on Roe v. Wade?
What Trump Was Hinting at in Cohen Tweet
Michael Cohen may have just jeopardized Trump’s presidency. Long before the spotlight was on the president’s most troublesome ex-attorney, WhoWhatWhy was probing this curious character in the Russiagate saga.
Let’s Get the Facts Straight About Mueller and His Investigation
There is a lot of confusion about special counsel Robert Mueller’s mission. We’re cutting through the clutter.
Hot Air and a Big Baby — Trump Can Expect Snarky Treatment in the UK
The US president is notoriously thin-skinned. He’s faced considerable protests across America — but it’s about to be turned up to “11” when he touches down in the UK tomorrow.
Afghanistan: 17 Years of Incompetence, Corruption, and Waste
A new government report concludes that the US’s ongoing effort — now in its 17th year — to stabilize and reconstruct Afghanistan has been marred by misspending, corruption, and incompetence.
Has the Right-Wing Spin Machine Met Its Match?
Right-wing spinmeisters like Sean Hannity are using Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a tool to scare their audiences. They should be afraid of her — but for different reasons.
The Lack of Accountability in US Politics Is Beyond Shameful
With so much job security, US politicians can get away with just about anything and the country suffers as a result.
Justice Kennedy’s Departure a Grim Prospect for Election Reform
Justice Anthony Kennedy has announced his retirement from the Supreme Court — and the consequences could be dire for a number of election reform efforts. Kennedy had a mixed record on the issue but his successor will likely be much worse.
Not Who We Are? Racism Is as American as Apple Pie
Many US cable news pundits are saying that the Trump administration’s immigrant family separation policy is “not who we are.” It’s a nice thought, but unfortunately it doesn’t comport with history or reality.
Child Separation Crisis Background: Who Caused the Misery South of the Border?
Anyone who thinks people just brave the border hazards for the heck of it pays no attention to historical causation — in particular the role the US has played over the decades propping up right-wing dictators throughout South and Central America.