Religious Nationalism and the Reopening of America
Some Christian nationalists are contesting the coronavirus lockdown to further their own Bible-based, authoritarian agenda.
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States Grapple With Germ-Ridden Voting Machines Amid Coronavirus
Scientists say the coronavirus could survive for days on voting machines, so election officials are seeking strategies to protect both public health and the right to vote.
Federal Court Deals Another Blow to Kobach
Former Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach (R) made a name for himself among conservative circles as the go-to person for voter suppression strategies and pushing catchy yet unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud. In 2013, Kobach successfully pushed for a state law requiring people to provide proof of citizenship before they can register to vote. […]
Can Controversial Ukrainian Fixer Appease Trump?
Political phoenix Mikheil Saakashvili, Georgia’s former president, could become Kiev’s reform chief. Can he mend US ties poisoned by the impeachment drama?
GOP Responds to Mail-in Voting With Voter Roll Purges
It seems that the flavor of the year for conservatives is the “cleaning up” of voter rolls, and now they appear to have their sights on swing states that are considering mail-in voting this November. It started with a removal of more than 500,000 “ineligible” voters at the end of 2019. The North Carolina State […]
COVID-19 Response: China Is the Problem and the Solution
An American businessman who manufactures face masks in China says the White House rhetoric makes it more difficult for the US to obtain life-saving products.
Politicians Can Be Bad for Your Health
Hong Kong, a city about the same size as New York, has successfully contained the coronavirus without the need for lockdowns. One important reason for Hong Kong’s success offers valuable lessons for citizens battling the virus elsewhere.
Rooftop Wind Power Might Take Off by Using Key Principle of Flight
A new device could open more areas to wind production by using stationary airfoils instead of twirling turbines.
How Many Barrels of Oil Are You Willing to Take?
A look inside the current oil market meltdown and how it will impact climate change and global energy markets for years to come.
GOP’s Response to Vote-by-Mail: More Voter Roll Purges
COVID-19 is forcing more states to make voting easier, but the GOP seems to be trying to counteract their efforts with a massive voter roll purge in Democratic strongholds.
Earth Day Turns 50: How the Movement Was Born
On its 50th anniversary, one of Earth Day’s co-founders tells the fascinating story of how the movement began, the changes it triggered, and why it is still relevant half a century later.
Coronavirus Is No Laughing Matter for Comedians
Comedians perform before live audiences to earn a living and to hone their craft. For many, the coronavirus eliminated — overnight — their ability to do either.