Opinion
We Can Teach Trump How To Fight Putin's Russia
We have dealt with Russia’s intrusion for years—ever since the break-up of the Soviet Union.
Is It Too Late to Get Back Into the TPP?
President Donald Trump recently said he was open to returning to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, but only if he could get a “substantially better” deal than his predecessor.
‘White Flight’ Is Not Why Cities Are Struggling
During the 1960s and ’70s, academic liberals, civil rights advocates, and others blamed the exodus on racism—”white flight” to the suburbs. However, since the ’70s, blacks have been fleeing some cities at higher rates than whites.
How California Became a Liberal Mess
Democratic Party dominance in California doesn’t necessarily mean Californians have become more progressive or that progressive policies have worked.
Here Is How the U.S. Can Compete with China
Trump right to reconsider TPP even if allies resist renegotiation bid.
Moscow’s Objective in the Middle East: Replace the U.S.
We must urgently grasp the nature of Russia’s goals.
Trump's Nominee Refuses to Say Brown v. Board Was Right
Wendy Vitter, whom President Trump has nominated for a federal district court judgeship in Louisiana, refused to say whether she thought Brown v. Board of Education was rightly decided.
Betsy DeVos Is Right: Public Schools Are Failing
Stahl’s claim that the state of public schools has gotten better simply doesn’t hold up to the data. It fact, DeVos is entirely correct to point out that public school outcomes have not meaningfully improved.
China Could Lose in a Trade War With Trump
President Xi Jinping was smart to strike a softer tone on trade earlier this month.
Mission Accomplished? Assad Is More Powerful Now
Assad would rather rule over the ruins of Syria than allow for a peaceful transition to democracy.
The Language You Speak Impacts The Way You See Color
Besides our individual biological make up, colour perception is less about seeing what is actually out there and more about how our brain interprets colours to create something meaningful.
Why Certain Sounds Drive You Crazy
Misophonia is a neurophysiological condition in which people have a disproportionately negative reaction to specific sounds.
Is America Ready to Vote for Oprah?
Is the country ready for a black president who is also a woman?
Trump's Strikes on Syria Have Little to Do With Syria
The airstrikes conducted by the United States, Britain, and France on Saturday against Syrian military targets were about upholding a nearly century-old prohibition against chemical warfare, not about Syria’s seven year-long war.
When Will Andrew McCabe Be Prosecuted for Lying?
It’s official: Andrew McCabe lied.
Robert Reich: Trump Wants To Take America Backwards
To Trump and his merry band of climate-change deniers, boosting coal is fine. Helping solar is an unwarranted interference in the free market.
What Are the Implications of Paul Ryan Retiring?
He was, in some ways, a victim of his own success.
America is Winning Because of Trump’s Tax Reform
Tax Day is right up there with “Root Canal Day” in terms of days that no one wants to celebrate.
Is Trump’s Bromance with Japan’s Abe Over?
There is mounting frustration in Japan in particular that while Abe has seemingly had good personal relations with the president, that rapport has meant very little in the end.
Why Exactly is Paul Ryan Retiring?
Because of Donald Trump.
Russia, Iran And Turkey Are Building A New Middle East
Obama tried to sidestep crises, and Trump is allowing three autocratic governments to advance and a murderous dictatorship to survive.
The #MeToo Movement Needs to Recognize Trans People
Although you wouldn’t know it from mainstream advocacy campaigns, trans people have long been involved in efforts to stop gender-based violence.
The NSA Wants Your Encrypted Data
Encryption can protect personal data from government intrusion, which means the government wants the key to break it.
Finally, The End Of Fur In Fashion
Designers, celebrities and socialites are turning their backs on fur.
Demand for 'Rights' Just a Cry for Special Treatment?
When you demand "Fill-In-Pet-Cause Rights," are you actually asking for rights, or are you asking for special, privileged treatment?
Hawaii's Physician-Assisted Suicide is a Fatal Mistake
Earlier this month, Hawaii became the sixth state in the U.S. to legalize physician-assisted suicide.
These Are the Supreme Court Cases to Watch
The justices will hear arguments in several important cases, including challenges to the constitutionality of administrative law judges, state sales taxes for out-of-state online retailers, and the infamous Trump “travel ban,” making this month one to watch.
Why Trump Should Not Allow the Iran Deal to Continue
No matter what President Donald Trump does, the Iran deal is likely dead on May 12.
Syria’s Attack Shows the Limits of International Law
No matter how wise you consider this intervention, legal scholars generally agree that the United Nations Charter doesn’t allow the use of military force to prevent chemical weapons attacks—no matter how evil—without U.N. Security Council approval.
Trump’s Syria Strikes Brings About Legal Questions
In striking Syria without an international law justification, the United States leaves itself open to criticism and may invite similar behavior by other countries.