The Abuses of Prehistory

Beware of theories about human nature based on the study of our earliest ancestors.

By Udi Greenberg

Just 8 days away: The Stop Trump Summit

Join us on May 18 in Philadelphia and on livestream to examine the disasters of Trump’s first term and everything concerned American citizens want to know about making sure he never takes office again. Speakers include: Will Bunch, George Conway, Molly Jong-Fast, Mary Trump, Rick Wilson, and more.

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Donald Trump Is Short on Cash—and Selling Laws to Anyone Who Will Pay

Donald Trump is telling oil and gas executives they can rewrite entire laws if they help him return to the White House.

By Timothy Noah

Gas Stoves: Status Symbol for the Rich, Poison for the Poor

As household appliances become culture-war symbols, a new study offers a grim reminder of the stakes.

By Heather Souvaine Horn

Bizarre New Wrinkle in Trump’s Fraud Case Could Hand Him a Big Win

The presiding judge in the case is under investigation.

By Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling

Stop Blaming Wild Birds. Avian Flu Is Our Fault.

While wild animals can spread the virus, industrial farms are where it really thrives—and likely originated.

By Melody Schreiber

Right to Read Celebration

Join us on June 8 for a high-profile event that will feature authors who are currently banned; fellow writers who have taken up the cause; and teachers, librarians, and students who have been directly impacted by the book bans that are sweeping America. Guests include: Lauren Groff, Ellen Hopkins, George M. Johnson, Jacqueline Woodson, and more.

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Trump Keeps Dragging America Into More Moral Sewers Than We Can Count

The American president is supposed to represent the national character. Trump has set a "moral example" that will take a generation at least to repair.

By Thom Hartmann