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The Terror Connection

Does a plot to bomb Times Square reveal the next front in the war against ISIS?

Russia Hacked Our Voting System, Trump Has Done Nothing To Protect Them

Two years ago, our election systems were hacked. The gop has done nothing to protect us.

Moscow On The Potomac

It’s about much, much more than Russia.

Arrested Development

Under Jeff Sessions, the Justice Department is backing away from investigating crooked police— and not just in big cities.

The New Trump Democrat

Why progressives are rooting for Richard Ojeda—a pro-pot, pro-coal West Virginia populist who voted for the president

Pregnant While Black

Racism is dangerous for moms and babies. But there’s a surprisingly simple and effective way to minimize the risk. 

Addicted To Hate

Inside the movement that’s trying to help white supremacists kick violent racism for good

Commitment Issues

Desperate families are having their opioid-addicted relatives locked up for treatment. But does forced rehab work?

We Are All Men Here!

My weekend at Camp Lost Boys with 100 other transgender guys

On The Record

The father of turntablism breaks down DJing, Drake, and Netflix’s new series The Get Down.

Houston, We Have Progress

The Good News: Democrats’ Future Might Be In Texas. The Bad News: See The Good News.

Clean Slate Club

Wiping away felons’ records might mean big bucks for states.

“We Just Feel Like We Don't Belong Here Anymore”

Think it’s hard for the white working class in rural America? Try being a person of color.

Can We Talk?

Americans are stuck in a vicious cycle of hate and distrust, but maybe there’s a way back to civility.

Insomniac's Little Helper

Should we really be popping melatonin like candy?

Bottled Up

DRINKING MAY HAVE GIVEN ME CANCER. THE ALCOHOL INDUSTRY WORKED HARD TO DOWNPLAY THE RISK.

Swamp Creature

Dark money helped elect Donald Trump. And now the “rigged” system could get even worse.

Make America Hate Again

Far-right Extremists Believe Trump’s Victory Has Catapulted them into power. Will He Embrace or Sideline Them?

Voting Rights Are On A Roll

After an orgy of Republican voter suppression in 2018, voting rights may finally be a winning issue for Democrats.

The Beto Bump Has Texas Democrats Feeling.... Hopeful?

Beto O’Rourke may have been defeated, but he powered a Democratic resurgence in Texas.

What's Coming For Trump?

Which investigation will the Dems launch first?

Blowing It

A drifting herbicide is damaging the nation’s crops. Is Monsanto profiting off the problem?

Take This Waiver And Call Me In The Morning

Why are doctors helping patients skip their shots?